major difference

[/ˈmeɪdʒər ˈdɪfərəns/]
noun phrasepl: major differences
grande diferença
1. a significant or substantial variation or distinction between two or more things
There is a major difference between the two proposals.
Há uma grande diferença entre as duas propostas.
2. an important or notable contrast that has considerable impact or consequence
The major difference in their approach led to different results.
A grande diferença em sua abordagem resultou em resultados diferentes.
3. a significant gap or disparity in quality, quantity, or characteristics
There's a major difference in price between these two products.
Há uma grande diferença de preço entre estes dois produtos.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'major difference' is commonly used in business, academic, and everyday conversations to emphasize the importance of distinctions. In Brazil, it's often used when comparing products, services, or approaches in marketing and casual discussions. The phrase carries the same weight and formality across both English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking regions.
NYC Slang
big difference; major diff
Synonyms / Sinônimos
significant differencesubstantial differenceconsiderable differenceimportant distinctionmarked contrastnotable variation
Antonyms / Antônimos
minor differenceslight differencenegligible differencesimilarityresemblance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
grande diferença
most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
grande diferença
standard usage, may use 'diferença grande' informally
São Paulo
grande diferença
standard usage in formal and informal contexts
Portugal
grande diferença
identical usage; also 'diferença significativa' in formal contexts

Related Words

differencedistinctioncontrastvariationdisparitydivergence

Related Idioms & Phrases

make a major difference
spot the major difference
a world of difference
night and day difference
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