one problem
[wʌn ˈprɒbləm]
noun phrasepl: problems or multiple instances
um problema
1. a single difficulty, issue, or challenge that needs to be solved or addressed
One problem with this plan is that it's too expensive.
Um problema com este plano é que é muito caro.
2. used to introduce a specific difficulty or obstacle
One problem: we don't have enough time to finish the project.
Um problema: não temos tempo suficiente para terminar o projeto.
3. a particular concern or issue among several
One problem is the lack of communication between teams.
Um problema é a falta de comunicação entre os times.
This phrase is commonly used in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese as a straightforward way to introduce or enumerate difficulties. In business and academic contexts, it serves as a structured discourse marker. In casual Brazilian speech, people might use 'um problema' or more informally 'um troço' or 'uma parada' (literally 'a thing' or 'a stop').
NYC Slang
one issue / one thing
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