new element

[njuː ˈɛlɪmənt]
nounpl: new elements
novo elemento
1. A recently discovered or created component, part, or substance that was not previously present or known
The addition of artificial intelligence is a new element in our marketing strategy.
A adição de inteligência artificial é um novo elemento em nossa estratégia de marketing.
2. In chemistry, a newly identified chemical element or isotope
Scientists announced the discovery of a new element on the periodic table.
Cientistas anunciaram a descoberta de um novo elemento na tabela periódica.
3. A fresh or unfamiliar aspect introduced into a situation, design, or composition
The director brought a new element of creativity to the film production.
O diretor trouxe um novo elemento de criatividade para a produção do filme.
In both Brazilian and American English contexts, 'new element' is frequently used in business, science, and creative industries. In Brazil, it's commonly employed in discussions of innovation (inovação) and modernization (modernização). In the USA, the phrase is particularly prevalent in tech and startup cultures.
NYC Slang
fresh component, new twist
Synonyms / Sinônimos
new componentnew factornew ingredientnew aspectadditionnovelty
Antonyms / Antônimos
old elementexisting elementestablished componenttraditional aspect

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
novo elemento
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
novo elemento
Common in business and academic contexts
Rio de Janeiro
novo elemento
Used in cultural and artistic discussions
Portugal
novo elemento
Identical usage; standard European Portuguese

Related Words

elementcomponentinnovationintroductionperiodic tablesubstance

Related Idioms & Phrases

add a new element to the mix
introduce a new element
a game-changing new element
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