focused target

[ˈfoʊkəst ˈtɑːrɡɪt]
nounpl: focused targets
alvo focado
1. A specific objective or goal that has been clearly defined and narrowed down to concentrate efforts and resources
The marketing team established a focused target to increase sales in the millennial demographic.
A equipe de marketing estabeleceu um alvo focado para aumentar as vendas no segmento de millennials.
2. In military or tactical contexts, a specific enemy position or objective identified for concentrated action
The drone strike aimed at a focused target in the disputed region.
O ataque do drone foi direcionado para um alvo focado na região em disputa.
3. In business strategy, a predetermined market segment or customer group designated for concentrated marketing efforts
Our focused target is small businesses looking for affordable software solutions.
Nosso alvo focado são pequenas empresas que procuram soluções de software acessíveis.
In Brazilian business culture, 'alvo focado' is widely used in corporate strategy meetings and marketing discussions. The term reflects the American influence in Brazilian business vocabulary. In Portugal, while understood, it's less commonly used in everyday speech, with alternatives like 'objetivo definido' being preferred.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
specific objectivedefined goalconcentrated aimdesignated targetclear objective
Antonyms / Antônimos
unfocused goalscattered objectivevague aimbroad target

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
alvo focado
Standard term used in business and military contexts
São Paulo
alvo específico
Common alternative in business districts, especially in corporate environments
Rio de Janeiro
objetivo definido
More conversational alternative used in everyday business communication
Portugal
alvo definido
Portuguese variant, slightly less common than Brazilian usage

Related Words

target audiencegoal-orientedstrategic objectivemarket segmentconcentrated effort

Related Idioms & Phrases

hit the target
keep your eyes on the prize
lock on target
zero in on something
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