generic problem

[/dʒəˈnɛrɪk ˈprɑbləm/]
nounpl: generic problems
problema genérico
1. A problem that is not specific to a particular context, situation, or individual; a common or widespread issue that applies broadly across different scenarios
The software company faced a generic problem with user authentication that affected all their applications.
A empresa de software enfrentou um problema genérico com autenticação de usuário que afetava todos os seus aplicativos.
2. In programming and mathematics, a problem stated in general terms without reference to particular values or implementations
We need to solve this generic problem before we can address the specific use case.
Precisamos resolver esse problema genérico antes de abordamos o caso de uso específico.
3. A broadly applicable issue that occurs frequently and is not limited to one domain or field
Communication barriers are a generic problem in multicultural organizations.
As barreiras de comunicação são um problema genérico em organizações multiculturais.
This term is commonly used in both Brazilian and American business, technology, and academic contexts. In Brazil, it is frequently encountered in tech companies and corporate environments where English influence is strong. The phrase emphasizes problems that are not unique to one situation, making it useful for discussing scalable solutions in international business settings.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
common problemgeneral problemuniversal problemwidespread issuebroad-based problem
Antonyms / Antônimos
specific problemparticular problemunique problemindividual problem

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
problema genérico
Standard term used in business and technical contexts
São Paulo
problema genérico
Commonly used in corporate and IT sectors
Rio de Janeiro
problema genérico
Standard usage with no significant variation
Portugal
problema genérico
Identical usage; also used in academic and professional contexts

Related Words

generic solutionproblem-solvingtroubleshootingissue resolutionroot cause analysis

Related Idioms & Phrases

a generic problem across the board
tackle a generic problem head-on
address generic problems systematically
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