main selling point

[/meɪn ˈselɪŋ pɔɪnt/]
noun phrasepl: main selling points
principal argumento de venda
1. The most important or attractive feature of a product, service, or proposal that makes it appealing to customers or persuades them to buy or accept it
The main selling point of this smartphone is its exceptional camera quality.
O principal argumento de venda deste smartphone é a qualidade excepcional de sua câmera.
2. A key advantage or distinguishing characteristic that differentiates a product from competitors
Low price is the main selling point of this budget airline.
O preço baixo é o principal argumento de venda desta companhia aérea de orçamento.
In Brazilian business culture, the concept of 'principal argumento de venda' is central to marketing and sales strategy. Companies emphasize their 'diferenciais' (differentials) to stand out in competitive markets. In the US and NYC particularly, this concept is heavily used in startup pitches and advertising campaigns, often referred to as the 'unique selling proposition' or USP in professional contexts.
NYC Slang
the thing that makes it pop
Synonyms / Sinônimos
key featuremain attractionunique selling propositionstrong pointhighlightdrawcard
Antonyms / Antônimos
weak pointdrawbackdisadvantageliability

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
principal argumento de venda
Most common formal translation in business contexts
Brazil (informal)
o grande diferencial
Colloquial usage meaning 'the big advantage' or 'what sets it apart'
Brazil (marketing)
diferencial competitivo
Technical marketing term for competitive advantage
Portugal
ponto forte de venda
More literal translation commonly used in European Portuguese

Related Words

marketing strategyvalue propositioncompetitive advantageproduct differentiationbrand positioning

Related Idioms & Phrases

the icing on the cake
the ace up your sleeve
the trump card
what makes it tick
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