practical benefit
[/ˈpræktɪkəl ˈbɛnɪfɪt/]
nounpl: practical benefits
benefício prático
1. A tangible or concrete advantage that can be directly applied or used in real-world situations
The practical benefit of this new software is that it saves employees two hours per day.
O benefício prático deste novo software é que economiza duas horas por dia dos funcionários.
2. A useful result or gain that has immediate, observable effects in everyday life or work
One practical benefit of learning a second language is improved career opportunities.
Um benefício prático de aprender uma segunda língua é melhorar as oportunidades de carreira.
3. An actual advantage as opposed to theoretical or hypothetical benefits
Despite the theory, there was no practical benefit to the proposed changes.
Apesar da teoria, não houve benefício prático nas mudanças propostas.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, 'practical benefit' is frequently emphasized in presentations and proposals. Brazilians often use 'benefício prático' to distinguish between theoretical improvements and actual, measurable advantages in daily work. In Portugal, the term is used similarly but with slightly more formal language. This phrase is essential in project management, training proposals, and cost-benefit analyses across all English and Portuguese-speaking markets.
NYC Slang
real deal advantage, actual payoff, hands-on benefit
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