impractical approaches
[ɪmˈpræktɪkəl əˈproʊtʃɪz]
noun phrasepl: impractical approaches
abordagens impraticáveis
1. methods or strategies that are not feasible, realistic, or efficient in practical application; approaches that lack practical utility or cannot be reasonably implemented
The committee rejected the impractical approaches proposed by the junior team members.
O comitê rejeitou as abordagens impraticáveis propostas pelos membros mais juniores da equipe.
2. ways of handling a problem that are theoretical rather than practical; solutions disconnected from real-world constraints
While innovative, these impractical approaches ignored budget limitations and timeline constraints.
Embora inovadoras, essas abordagens impraticáveis ignoravam as limitações orçamentárias e restrições de cronograma.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, dismissing proposals as 'impractical approaches' is common in meetings and formal discussions. In Brazil, there's often emphasis on feasibility and viability (viabilidade), while American companies may focus more on ROI and scalability. The phrase is neutral and professional, used to critique ideas without attacking the proposer personally.
NYC Slang
pie-in-the-sky schemes; impractical ideas that won't fly
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