multiple things

[/ˈmʌltɪpəl θɪŋz/]
noun phrase
múltiplas coisas
1. several different items, objects, or matters considered together
We need to discuss multiple things before making a decision.
Precisamos discutir múltiplas coisas antes de tomar uma decisão.
2. more than one thing; various matters or subjects
There are multiple things wrong with this plan.
Há múltiplas coisas erradas com este plano.
3. a collection of different elements or items
The report covers multiple things including budget and staffing.
O relatório aborda múltiplas coisas, incluindo orçamento e pessoal.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'múltiplas coisas' is the formal equivalent used in business, academic, and professional contexts. In casual conversation, Brazilians often prefer 'várias coisas' or simply 'um monte de coisas' (a bunch of things). In American English, this phrase is commonly used in both formal and informal settings.
NYC Slang
a bunch of stuff / mad things / hella things
Synonyms / Sinônimos
several thingsmany thingsvarious thingsdiverse itemsassorted matters
Antonyms / Antônimos
one thinga single thingone matter

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
múltiplas coisas
Most common and formal usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
várias coisas
Colloquial preference for 'várias' in casual speech
São Paulo
múltiplas coisas
Formal and business contexts prefer 'múltiplas'
Portugal
múltiplas coisas
Standard Portuguese usage, same as Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

multiplepluralityvarietydiversitynumerous

Related Idioms & Phrases

multiple things at once
juggle multiple things
handle multiple things simultaneously
wear multiple hats
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