notable element

[ˈnoʊtəbəl ˈɛləmənt]
nounpl: notable elements
elemento notável
1. A significant, important, or worthy-of-attention component, feature, or part of something
The most notable element of the presentation was the innovative design.
O elemento mais notável da apresentação foi o design inovador.
2. A remarkable or distinguishing characteristic that stands out
A notable element in Brazilian music is the use of syncopation.
Um elemento notável na música brasileira é o uso de síncope.
3. A chemical element that is particularly important or significant in a given context
Oxygen is a notable element in organic chemistry.
O oxigênio é um elemento notável na química orgânica.
The term is commonly used in academic, scientific, and professional contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazil, it appears frequently in educational materials and formal presentations. In the USA, it's typical in business reports, academic papers, and critical analyses. The phrase emphasizes importance and distinctiveness rather than mere presence.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
remarkable featuresignificant componentimportant aspectoutstanding characteristicdistinctive trait
Antonyms / Antônimos
insignificant elementnegligible componentunremarkable featureunimportant aspect

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
elemento notável
Standard translation used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
elemento de destaque
Alternative colloquial form emphasizing prominence
São Paulo
elemento notável
Standard formal usage in business and academic contexts
Portugal
elemento notável
Same translation; formal register used in academic and professional discourse

Related Words

notableelementfeaturecharacteristiccomponentaspecttrait

Related Idioms & Phrases

a notable element in the equation
stand out as a notable element
the most notable element of
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