main result

[/meɪn rɪˈzʌlt/]
nounpl: main results
resultado principal
1. The primary or most important outcome or conclusion of an action, study, experiment, or process
The main result of the research was that coffee consumption does not increase anxiety levels.
O resultado principal da pesquisa foi que o consumo de café não aumenta os níveis de ansiedade.
2. The chief finding or conclusion in academic, scientific, or business contexts
The main result showed a 25% improvement in employee productivity.
O resultado principal mostrou uma melhoria de 25% na produtividade dos funcionários.
3. The ultimate or most significant consequence or effect
The main result of the policy change was increased customer satisfaction.
O resultado principal da mudança de política foi o aumento da satisfação do cliente.
This is formal, academic terminology commonly used in scientific papers, business reports, and research presentations in both Brazilian and American English contexts. In Brazil, it is frequently used in university settings and corporate environments when discussing study findings or project outcomes.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
primary outcomekey findingmain conclusionchief resultprincipal outcome
Antonyms / Antônimos
secondary resultminor outcomeinsignificant finding

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resultado principal
Most common and widely used translation across all regions
Rio de Janeiro
resultado principal
Standard usage in academic and business contexts
São Paulo
resultado principal
Preferred in corporate and scientific environments
Portugal
resultado principal
Identical usage in European Portuguese

Related Words

outcomeconclusionfindingresultconsequenceeffect

Related Idioms & Phrases

bottom line
the upshot
net result
end result
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