remedy problems

[ˈrɛmɪdi ˈprɑbləmz]
verb phrase
resolver problemas
1. to find a solution to or fix difficulties, issues, or complications
The company implemented new policies to remedy problems in customer service.
A empresa implementou novas políticas para resolver problemas no atendimento ao cliente.
2. to correct or improve a situation that has been unsatisfactory
We need to remedy problems with the current system before it gets worse.
Precisamos corrigir os problemas do sistema atual antes que piore.
3. to provide relief or cure for something harmful or troublesome
The doctor prescribed medication to remedy the patient's health problems.
O médico prescreveu medicação para remediar os problemas de saúde do paciente.
In Brazilian business culture, the phrase 'resolver problemas' is highly valued and reflects a proactive, solution-oriented mindset. This concept is central to Brazilian management philosophy and workplace dynamics, where employees are often expected to demonstrate problem-solving initiative. In the USA, 'remedying problems' reflects a pragmatic, action-oriented approach to challenges.
NYC Slang
fix things up / sort it out
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fix problemssolve problemscorrect issuesaddress difficultiesrectify problemsresolve issues
Antonyms / Antônimos
ignore problemsworsen issuesaggravate problemscompound difficulties

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
resolver problemas
most common and standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
consertar os problemas / dar jeito nos problemas
colloquial variant often used in informal speech
São Paulo
resolver problemas / sanar problemas
more formal and business-oriented usage
Portugal
remediar problemas / resolver problemas
remediar is more commonly used than in Brazil

Related Words

solutionremediationtroubleshootfixcorrectionresolution

Related Idioms & Phrases

nip it in the bud
put a band-aid on the problem
get to the root of the problem
sweep it under the rug (opposite meaning)
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