social matter
[/ˈsoʊʃəl ˈmætər/]
nounpl: social matters
questão social
1. An issue, problem, or concern that affects society, communities, or groups of people as a whole
Poverty is a significant social matter that requires government attention.
A pobreza é uma questão social significativa que requer atenção do governo.
2. A topic or subject related to the welfare, organization, or behavior of people in society
Education reform is an important social matter for future development.
A reforma educacional é uma questão social importante para o desenvolvimento futuro.
3. Issues concerning social relations, interactions, and collective well-being
Healthcare access is a pressing social matter in developing countries.
O acesso à saúde é uma questão social urgente nos países em desenvolvimento.
In Brazilian discourse, 'questão social' is frequently used in political, academic, and media contexts to discuss issues like inequality, homelessness, and access to services. It reflects Brazil's ongoing dialogue about social inequality and development. In Portugal, both 'questão social' and 'matéria social' are used in formal administrative and legal contexts.
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