formidable task
[/fɔrˈmɪdəbəl tæsk/]
noun phrasepl: formidable tasks
tarefa formidável
1. A task or job that is extremely difficult, challenging, or daunting; something that requires great effort, skill, or determination to accomplish
Climbing Mount Everest is a formidable task that only experienced mountaineers should attempt.
Escalar o Monte Everest é uma tarefa formidável que apenas montanhistas experientes devem tentar.
2. An undertaking that inspires fear, respect, or awe due to its magnitude or difficulty
Rebuilding the entire infrastructure after the earthquake proved to be a formidable task.
Reconstruir toda a infraestrutura após o terremoto provou ser uma tarefa formidável.
In both Brazilian and American English contexts, 'formidable task' is used to express respect for the magnitude of a challenge. In Brazil, it's commonly used in business, academic, and personal contexts to acknowledge difficult projects. In the USA, particularly in New York, people might use more colloquial expressions like 'that's a huge ask' in casual speech, while 'formidable task' remains the formal, professional standard.
NYC Slang
a real tough nut to crack / a huge ask
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