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major points

[ˈmeɪdʒər pɔɪnts]
noun
pontos principais
1. The most important or significant aspects, arguments, or ideas in a discussion, text, or presentation
The major points of the speech were about education and healthcare reform.
Os pontos principais do discurso foram sobre reforma da educação e saúde.
2. Key facts or ideas that deserve the most attention or emphasis
Let me summarize the major points from today's meeting.
Deixe-me resumir os pontos principais da reunião de hoje.
3. In sports or games, significant scores or achievements that contribute substantially to the outcome
The team scored major points in the second half of the game.
O time conquistou pontos importantes na segunda metade do jogo.
Synonyms
key pointsmain pointsessential pointsprincipal aspectshighlights
Antonyms
minor pointsdetailstrivialitiesinsignificant details

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
pontos principais
Standard and most commonly used
Rio de Janeiro
pontos principais
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
pontos principais
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
pontos principais
Standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Idioms & Phrases

to hit the major points
to stress the major points
the major points in question
major points of contention
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