problem description

[ˈprɑbləm dɪˈskrɪpʃən]
nounpl: problem descriptions
descrição do problema
1. A detailed explanation of an issue, difficulty, or challenge that needs to be addressed or solved
The problem description outlines all the technical issues affecting the software.
A descrição do problema detalha todas as questões técnicas que afetam o software.
2. In technical and business contexts, a formal statement defining what is wrong and what needs to be resolved
A clear problem description is essential for the development team to begin troubleshooting.
Uma descrição clara do problema é essencial para que a equipe de desenvolvimento comece a solucionar.
3. In customer service, a customer's account of an issue they are experiencing with a product or service
The customer's problem description helped us identify the root cause quickly.
A descrição do problema do cliente nos ajudou a identificar a causa raiz rapidamente.
This term is widely used in both American and Brazilian business, technology, and customer service sectors. In Brazil, it's standard terminology in IT departments and technical support teams. The phrase emphasizes the importance of clear communication in problem-solving processes across both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
issue statementproblem statementtrouble reportissue summarybug report
Antonyms / Antônimos
solutionresolution

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
descrição do problema
Most common usage in technical and business contexts
São Paulo
descrição do problema / relato do problema
Both forms are used in corporate settings
Rio de Janeiro
descrição do problema
Standard usage in tech communities
Portugal
descrição do problema / descrever o problema
Similar to Brazilian usage; sometimes 'descrição da dificuldade'

Related Words

troubleshootingdiagnosisissue trackingtechnical support

Related Idioms & Phrases

state the problem
outline the issue
lay out the problem
describe what's going wrong
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