practical determination

[ˈpræktɪkəl dɪˌtɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən]
noun phrasefemininepl: determinações práticas
determinação prática
1. A firm decision or resolution based on concrete, realistic considerations rather than theory or abstract principles
The practical determination of the team was to meet the deadline despite resource constraints.
A determinação prática da equipe era cumprir o prazo apesar das limitações de recursos.
2. The process of establishing or deciding something based on practical experience and real-world application
The practical determination of water quality requires field testing and laboratory analysis.
A determinação prática da qualidade da água requer testes de campo e análise laboratorial.
3. Resolute commitment to achieving a goal through pragmatic, action-oriented methods
Her practical determination to succeed in business led her to study market trends carefully.
Sua determinação prática em ter sucesso nos negócios a levou a estudar tendências de mercado cuidadosamente.
In Brazilian business culture, 'determinação prática' reflects the value placed on pragmatic problem-solving and action-oriented approaches rather than lengthy theoretical discussions. This phrase is particularly valued in startup culture and among entrepreneurs who prioritize results over process. In Portuguese usage, it maintains similar connotations but may be less frequently employed in everyday conversation, reserved more for formal or professional contexts.
NYC Slang
no-nonsense determination / getting down to brass tacks
Synonyms / Sinônimos
practical resolutionrealistic determinationpragmatic commitmentconcrete resolveapplied determination
Antonyms / Antônimos
theoretical speculationabstract considerationvague intentionindecisionimpracticality

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
determinação prática
Standard usage across Brazil; emphasizes concrete and realistic decision-making
São Paulo
determinação prática / vontade prática
Common in business and industrial contexts; sometimes used interchangeably with 'vontade prática'
Rio de Janeiro
determinação prática
Standard usage; occasionally replaced with 'garra prática' in informal contexts to emphasize effort
Portugal
determinação prática
Same formal usage as in Brazil; less commonly used in everyday speech

Related Words

pragmatismresolvedeterminationpracticalitydecisivenessimplementation

Related Idioms & Phrases

to put practical determination into action
with practical determination
show practical determination
practical determination wins the day
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