impractical strength
[ɪmˈpræktɪkəl ˈstreŋθ]
noun phrasepl: impractical strengths
força impraticável / força impraticável
1. Physical or mental power that cannot be effectively used or applied in real-world situations; strength that lacks practical utility or application
His impractical strength in theoretical physics was worthless without engineering knowledge.
Sua força impraticável em física teórica era inútil sem conhecimento de engenharia.
2. A capability or advantage that cannot be practically leveraged due to circumstances, context, or lack of proper tools
Being fluent in a dead language is an impractical strength in modern business.
Ser fluente em uma língua morta é uma força impraticável nos negócios modernos.
This phrase reflects both American and Brazilian business cultures' emphasis on practical, applicable skills. In Brazil, there is particular awareness of the gap between academic knowledge and real-world application (the 'theory vs. practice' divide). In the USA, the concept relates to the cultural value placed on 'getting things done' and pragmatism over abstract knowledge.
NYC Slang
all brains, no game
Related Idioms & Phrases
a bull in a china shop
all dressed up with nowhere to go
strength without substance
locked and loaded but no target
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