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main issue

[/meɪn ˈɪʃuː/]
nounpl: main issues
questão principal
1. The most important or central problem, topic, or matter under discussion or consideration
The main issue with the project is the lack of funding.
A questão principal com o projeto é a falta de financiamento.
2. The primary point of contention or disagreement in a debate or discussion
Let's focus on the main issue rather than getting distracted by minor details.
Vamos focar na questão principal em vez de nos distrairmos com detalhes menores.
NYC Slang
the real deal / the bottom line
Synonyms
primary concerncentral problemkey issuemain pointcore matter
Antonyms
secondary issueminor detailside issue

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
questão principal
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
questão principal / ponto principal
Both terms commonly used in business contexts
Portugal
questão principal
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

get to the heart of the matter
cut to the chase
the crux of the matter
the bone of contention
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