major problems

[ˈmeɪdʒər ˈprɑːbləmz]
noun phrasepl: N/A (already plural)
grandes problemas
1. serious or significant difficulties that require attention and resolution
The company is facing major problems with its supply chain.
A empresa está enfrentando grandes problemas com sua cadeia de suprimentos.
2. substantial obstacles or challenges that have considerable impact
We have major problems to solve before the project can proceed.
Temos grandes problemas a resolver antes que o projeto possa prosseguir.
3. significant issues of importance or consequence
The city is dealing with major problems related to infrastructure.
A cidade está lidando com grandes problemas relacionados à infraestrutura.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'major problems' indicates urgency and seriousness requiring immediate attention. In Brazilian Portuguese business settings, the phrase is often accompanied by solutions-oriented discourse, while in American English it may emphasize the severity more dramatically. The term is universally understood across both cultures as demanding priority resolution.
NYC Slang
major beef; big issues; serious drama
Synonyms / Sinônimos
serious problemssignificant issuessubstantial difficultiescritical challengespressing concerns
Antonyms / Antônimos
minor issuessmall problemstrivial mattersinsignificant concerns

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
grandes problemas
standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
grandes problemas; malucos problemas
informal colloquial variant uses 'malucos' (crazy) for emphasis
São Paulo
grandes problemas; problemas sérios
more formal business context usage
Portugal
grandes problemas; problemas graves
Portuguese prefers 'graves' (serious) in formal contexts

Related Words

challengeobstacledifficultycrisiscomplicationtrouble

Related Idioms & Phrases

trouble brewing
in hot water
big headache
pain in the neck
estar com grandes problemas
ter encrenca
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