quality shortcut
[KWOL-uh-tee SHORT-kut]
nounpl: quality shortcuts
atalho de qualidade
1. A method or approach that saves time or effort but compromises on quality or standards
Taking a quality shortcut by using cheaper materials will hurt the product's durability.
Tomar um atalho de qualidade usando materiais mais baratos prejudicará a durabilidade do produto.
2. An expedited process that reduces quality standards to achieve faster results
The construction company chose quality shortcuts to meet the deadline, resulting in structural issues.
A construtora optou por atalhos de qualidade para cumprir o prazo, resultando em problemas estruturais.
This term is widely used in both American and Brazilian business cultures, typically with a negative connotation suggesting poor decision-making. In Brazil, it reflects a cultural tension between the desire for efficiency and the importance of quality. In the USA, it's commonly discussed in corporate contexts as something to avoid, often associated with startup culture or cost-cutting measures that backfire.
NYC Slang
cutting corners, quick-and-dirty fix
Related Idioms & Phrases
cut corners
take the easy way out
sacrifice quality for speed
penny wise, pound foolish
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