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fundamental issue
[ˌfʌndəˈmɛntəl ˈɪʃuː]
noun phrase
pl: fundamental issues
questão fundamental
1.
A core problem or matter of central importance that requires resolution
The fundamental issue in this debate is whether we should prioritize economic growth or environmental protection.
A questão fundamental neste debate é se devemos priorizar o crescimento econômico ou a proteção ambiental.
2.
A basic or essential point that forms the foundation of an argument or discussion
We need to address the fundamental issue before we can move forward with the project.
Precisamos resolver a questão fundamental antes de prosseguirmos com o projeto.
Synonyms
core issue
central problem
key concern
underlying matter
essential question
Antonyms
trivial issue
minor concern
peripheral matter
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
questão fundamental
Most common and standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
questão fundamental
Standard usage, no regional variation
São Paulo
questão fundamental
Standard usage, no regional variation
Portugal
questão fundamental
Standard usage in European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
get to the heart of the matter
the crux of the matter
at the root of
the bottom line
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