significant changes

[sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt ˈtʃeɪndʒɪz]
noun phrase
mudanças significativas
1. Important, notable, or consequential alterations or transformations in something
The company implemented significant changes to its management structure.
A empresa implementou mudanças significativas em sua estrutura de gestão.
2. Substantial differences or modifications that have considerable impact or effect
There have been significant changes in climate patterns over the past decade.
Houve mudanças significativas nos padrões climáticos na última década.
3. Notable revisions or amendments to policies, procedures, or conditions
The new law brought significant changes to employment regulations.
A nova lei trouxe mudanças significativas nas regulamentações de emprego.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, 'significant changes' is formal terminology used in corporate communications, policy announcements, and academic discussions. In Brazil, it's commonly used in media reports and official statements. The phrase carries weight and suggests that whatever is being changed has substantial implications for those affected.
NYC Slang
big changes / major shifts
Synonyms / Sinônimos
major changessubstantial modificationsimportant alterationsconsiderable transformationsnoteworthy adjustments
Antonyms / Antônimos
minor changesinsignificant changesnegligible modificationstrivial alterationsslight adjustments

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
mudanças significativas
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
mudanças significativas / grandes mudanças
May use 'grandes mudanças' colloquially
São Paulo
mudanças significativas
Formal usage in business context
Portugal
mudanças significativas / alterações significativas
Both terms are acceptable; 'alterações' is also commonly used

Related Words

transformationmodificationadjustmentalterationamendmentrevision

Related Idioms & Phrases

a sea change
turning point
game changer
mudança de rumo (change of course)
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