rough estimation

[/rʌf ˌɛstɪˈmeɪʃən/]
nounpl: rough estimations
estimativa aproximada
1. A calculation or judgment made without precise data or detailed analysis; an approximate calculation
At a rough estimation, the project will cost around $50,000.
Por uma estimativa aproximada, o projeto custará cerca de $50.000.
2. A preliminary assessment or valuation made quickly and informally
A rough estimation of the damage suggests we'll need significant repairs.
Uma estimativa aproximada do dano sugere que precisaremos de reparos significativos.
This term is widely used in both American and Brazilian business contexts when precision is not immediately available. In Brazil, 'estimativa aproximada' is standard in professional environments, while informal contexts may use 'cálculo grosseiro' or simply 'chute' (literally 'a kick', meaning a rough guess). The concept reflects practical business communication where preliminary figures are needed before detailed analysis.
NYC Slang
ballpark figure; back-of-the-envelope calculation
Synonyms / Sinônimos
rough estimateballpark figureapproximationrough calculationguesstimate
Antonyms / Antônimos
precise calculationexact measurementaccurate assessment

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estimativa aproximada
most common term in everyday business and casual contexts
General Brazilian
cálculo aproximado
alternative used in technical or professional settings
São Paulo
estimativa grosseira
slightly more formal variant
Portugal
estimativa aproximada
same as Brazilian Portuguese, though 'cálculo bruto' is also used

Related Words

estimateapproximationvaluationassessmentcalculation

Related Idioms & Phrases

ballpark estimate
in the ballpark
give a rough estimate
at a rough guess
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