principal contribution
[ˈprɪnsəpəl kənˌtrɪˈbjuːʃən]
nounpl: principal contributions
contribuição principal
1. The most important or significant contribution made by a person, organization, or entity to a project, field, or cause
Her principal contribution to the research was developing a new methodology.
Sua contribuição principal para a pesquisa foi desenvolver uma nova metodologia.
2. A primary or main donation, investment, or participation in an endeavor
The company's principal contribution to the community development project was $500,000.
A contribuição principal da empresa para o projeto de desenvolvimento comunitário foi de $500.000.
3. In academic or professional contexts, the foremost achievement or work for which someone is recognized
His principal contribution to literature was the novel that changed modern storytelling.
Sua contribuição principal para a literatura foi o romance que mudou a narrativa moderna.
This term is widely used in both academic and business environments in Brazil and Portugal. In Brazilian universities, it's common to refer to 'contribuição principal' when discussing research achievements or thesis work. In corporate settings, particularly in São Paulo's financial district, 'aporte principal' may be preferred when discussing investment contributions.
Related Idioms & Phrases
make a principal contribution to something
principal contribution to society
principal contribution to the field
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