small difficulties
[smɔːl ˈdɪfɪkəltiz]
noun phrase
pequenas dificuldades
1. Minor problems or obstacles that are not severe or insurmountable
We encountered some small difficulties during the project, but nothing we couldn't handle.
Encontramos algumas pequenas dificuldades durante o projeto, mas nada que não pudéssemos resolver.
2. Insignificant challenges that cause minimal disruption or concern
The small difficulties in the beginning were quickly resolved.
As pequenas dificuldades no início foram rapidamente resolvidas.
In Brazilian Portuguese-speaking contexts, 'pequenas dificuldades' is commonly used in business and professional settings to downplay challenges and convey optimism about problem-solving. In American English, the phrase often appears in project management and informal conversation to maintain morale.
NYC Slang
minor bumps in the road; small hiccups
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