1. Deep-rooted or firmly established problems that are difficult to resolve because they have existed for a long time and become part of a system, culture, or person's character
The company faced ingrained problems that stemmed from decades of poor management practices.
A empresa enfrentava problemas enraizados que decorriam de décadas de práticas de má gestão.
2. Issues that have become deeply embedded in habits, structures, or traditions
Addressing ingrained problems in education requires systemic reform.
Abordar problemas enraizados na educação requer uma reforma sistêmica.