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practical choice

[PRAK-ti-kul CHOIS]
noun phrasepl: practical choices
escolha prática
1. A decision or selection made based on what is realistic, feasible, or sensible rather than theoretical or ideal
Given our budget constraints, buying a used car was the practical choice.
Dados nossos limites orçamentários, comprar um carro usado foi a escolha prática.
2. An option that prioritizes functionality and effectiveness over other considerations
The practical choice was to hire an experienced contractor rather than attempting the renovation ourselves.
A escolha prática foi contratar um empreiteiro experiente em vez de tentar fazer a renovação nós mesmos.
Synonyms
sensible choicepragmatic decisionrealistic optionfunctional alternativewise selection
Antonyms
impractical choiceidealistic decisiontheoretical optionunrealistic selection

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
escolha prática
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
opção prática
Alternative phrasing commonly used in business contexts
Portugal
opção prática
Preferred in formal contexts; 'escolha prática' also acceptable

Related Idioms & Phrases

a practical choice is often the best choice
when in doubt, go with the practical choice
form follows function: the practical choice
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