rudimentary method
[ˌruːdɪˈmɛntəri ˈmɛθəd]
noun phrasepl: rudimentary methods
método rudimentar
1. A basic, elementary, or primitive technique or procedure that lacks sophistication or advanced features; a simple approach to accomplishing a task
The startup used a rudimentary method to track inventory, relying on pen and paper instead of software.
A startup usou um método rudimentar para rastrear o inventário, confiando em caneta e papel em vez de software.
2. An underdeveloped or initial stage of a technique that serves as a foundation for more complex methods
Their rudimentary method of water purification was effective but time-consuming.
Seu método rudimentar de purificação de água era eficaz, mas demorado.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'rudimentary method' is used in professional and academic settings to describe initial or underdeveloped approaches. In Brazil, there's often an emphasis on efficiency despite simplicity. In the USA, the term frequently appears in tech and startup cultures when describing MVP (Minimum Viable Product) approaches. The phrase carries a neutral to slightly negative connotation, suggesting a need for improvement or advancement.
NYC Slang
bare-bones method / stripped-down approach
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