improvised measures
[ɪmˈprɒvaɪzd ˈmeʒərz]
noun phrase
medidas improvisadas
1. Temporary or hastily created actions, solutions, or methods implemented without prior planning or preparation to address an immediate problem or situation
When the equipment failed, the team had to resort to improvised measures to complete the project on time.
Quando o equipamento falhou, a equipe teve que recorrer a medidas improvisadas para completar o projeto no prazo.
2. Emergency or makeshift procedures adopted as an alternative to standard or conventional methods
During the crisis, the government implemented improvised measures to stabilize the economy.
Durante a crise, o governo implementou medidas improvisadas para estabilizar a economia.
In Brazilian culture, 'gambiarra' reflects a pragmatic and creative problem-solving attitude that is deeply rooted in social practices. Improvised measures are often seen as signs of resourcefulness and adaptability rather than lack of planning. In American contexts, improvised measures may carry more negative connotations of poor planning, though in creative fields they are celebrated as innovation. In Portuguese culture, the emphasis is on 'resourcefulness' (recurso) as a virtue.
NYC Slang
quick fixes / on-the-fly solutions
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