real progress
[ˈriːəl ˈprɒɡres]
noun phrase
progresso real
1. Genuine, substantial advancement or improvement that can be measured and is not merely superficial or illusory
After months of hard work, we finally saw real progress in the project.
Depois de meses de trabalho árduo, finalmente vimos progresso real no projeto.
2. Tangible movement forward toward a goal or objective, with visible and demonstrable results
The company made real progress in reducing carbon emissions last year.
A empresa fez progresso real na redução de emissões de carbono no ano passado.
3. Concrete development or improvement that is not pretended or exaggerated
We need real progress, not just promises, to solve this crisis.
Precisamos de progresso real, não apenas promessas, para resolver essa crise.
This phrase is frequently used in both American and Brazilian contexts when discussing social, economic, or political achievements. In Brazil, it is often invoked in discussions about educational reform, poverty reduction, and infrastructure development. In the USA, it appears frequently in political discourse and business settings. The emphasis on 'real' underscores a cultural value placed on authenticity and measurable results rather than mere talk or symbolic gestures.
NYC Slang
the real deal / for real
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