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ingrained problems

[ɪnˈɡreɪnd ˈprɒbləmz]
noun phrase
problemas enraizados
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.
Synonyms
deep-rooted problemsentrenched problemschronic problemsfundamental problemsstructural problems
Antonyms
superficial problemstemporary problemsminor issuesnew problems

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
problemas enraizados
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
problemas crônicos / problemas estruturais
Often emphasizes systemic nature
Portugal
problemas enraizados / problemas estruturais
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

problems that run deep
problems that go to the root
problems that are built into the system
problems that have taken root
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