societal problems
[səˈsaɪ.ə.təl ˈprɑː.bləmz]
noun phrasepl: N/A (already plural)
problemas sociais
1. Issues or challenges that affect communities, societies, or populations as a whole, such as poverty, crime, inequality, healthcare access, or education disparities
Societal problems like homelessness and drug addiction require comprehensive government policies.
Problemas sociais como falta de moradia e vício em drogas exigem políticas governamentais abrangentes.
2. Structural or systemic difficulties that impact the well-being and functioning of society at large
Climate change is one of the most pressing societal problems of our time.
A mudança climática é um dos problemas sociais mais urgentes de nossa época.
In Brazil, discussions of 'problemas sociais' are particularly prominent in academic, political, and media contexts, given the country's significant socioeconomic disparities. The term is widely used in policy debates, sociology, and social activism. In the United States, 'societal problems' is commonly used in academic discourse, political rhetoric, and social justice movements to frame systemic issues requiring collective action.
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