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major challenge

[ˈmeɪ.dʒɚ ˈtʃæl.ɪndʒ]
noun phrasepl: major challenges
grande desafio
1. a significant or serious difficulty or obstacle that requires considerable effort to overcome
Climate change is a major challenge for our generation.
A mudança climática é um grande desafio para a nossa geração.
2. an important test of one's abilities, skills, or courage
Starting a new business is a major challenge for any entrepreneur.
Iniciar um novo negócio é um grande desafio para qualquer empreendedor.
Synonyms
big challengesignificant obstacleserious difficultymajor hurdle
Antonyms
minor issueeasy tasksmall obstacle

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
grande desafio
most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
grande desafio / desafio importante
formal business and academic contexts
Portugal
grande desafio / desafio considerável
common in formal and informal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

rise to the challenge
face a major challenge
meet the challenge
overcome major challenges
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