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serious problems

[ˈsɪriəs ˈprɑbləmz]
noun phrase
problemas sérios
1. significant difficulties or issues that require urgent attention and have important consequences
The company is facing serious problems with its cash flow.
A empresa está enfrentando problemas sérios com seu fluxo de caixa.
2. grave or critical matters that could negatively impact a situation
We have serious problems to address before the merger can proceed.
Temos problemas sérios a resolver antes que a fusão possa prosseguir.
NYC Slang
big issues
Synonyms
major problemsgrave difficultiescritical issuessignificant troublespressing concerns
Antonyms
minor issuestrivial concernsinsignificant problemssmall troubles

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
problemas sérios
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
problemas graves
Alternative formal usage, slightly more formal tone
Portugal
problemas graves
Preferred in European Portuguese, often used in formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

have one's work cut out for one
in deep water
between a rock and a hard place
up the creek without a paddle
in hot water
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