reasonable approach

[/ˈriːzənəbl əˈproʊtʃ/]
noun phrasepl: reasonable approaches
abordagem razoável
1. A sensible, logical, and fair method or strategy for dealing with a problem or situation
Taking a reasonable approach to the budget cuts will help the company survive the economic downturn.
Adotar uma abordagem razoável para os cortes orçamentários ajudará a empresa a sobreviver à recessão econômica.
2. An approach that is moderate, not extreme, and based on sound judgment
The therapist suggested a reasonable approach to managing stress through daily exercise.
O terapeuta sugeriu uma abordagem razoável para gerenciar o estresse através do exercício diário.
3. A method that most people would consider fair, practical, and achievable
A reasonable approach to solving the dispute is through negotiation rather than litigation.
Uma abordagem razoável para resolver a disputa é através da negociação em vez de litígio.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'reasonable approach' emphasizes pragmatism and fairness. In Brazilian business culture, it often reflects a preference for dialogue and consensus-building. In American culture, it suggests adherence to logic and evidence-based decision-making. The phrase is widely used in professional, legal, and educational settings across both cultures.
NYC Slang
a solid approach; making sense; keeping it real
Synonyms / Sinônimos
sensible approachpractical approachlogical approachfair approachrational approachbalanced approach
Antonyms / Antônimos
extreme approachunreasonable approachirrational approachimpractical approachunfair approach

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
abordagem razoável
Standard usage across Brazil for formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
abordagem sensata
Common variation emphasizing practicality and good sense
São Paulo
abordagem equilibrada
Often used in business contexts, emphasizing balance and moderation
Portugal
abordagem razoável
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'abordagem ponderada' for more formal contexts

Related Words

reasonableapproachstrategymethodmethodologysolutionpragmaticsensible

Related Idioms & Phrases

take a reasonable approach
adopt a reasonable approach
a middle-ground approach
meet someone halfway
be reasonable about something
keeping things in perspective
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