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obvious problem

[ˈɒbviəs ˈprɒbləm]
noun phrasepl: obvious problems
problema óbvio
1. A difficulty or issue that is easily seen, understood, or recognized; something that is clearly a problem without needing explanation
The obvious problem with this plan is that it costs too much money.
O problema óbvio com este plano é que custa muito dinheiro.
2. An evident or apparent difficulty that should be immediately apparent to anyone
The obvious problem here is a lack of communication between departments.
O problema óbvio aqui é a falta de comunicação entre departamentos.
NYC Slang
a no-brainer problem / a straight-up problem
Synonyms
clear problemapparent problemevident problemglaring problempatent problem
Antonyms
hidden problemobscure problemsubtle problemunclear problem

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
problema óbvio
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
problema óbvio / problema claro
Both terms widely used
São Paulo
problema óbvio / problema evidente
Slightly more formal usage preferred
Portugal
problema óbvio / problema evidente
European Portuguese usage, similar to Brazilian

Related Idioms & Phrases

the elephant in the room
staring you in the face
clear as day
written all over it
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