specific obstacles

[spɪˈsɪfɪk əbˈstækəlz]
noun phrase
obstáculos específicos
1. Particular or clearly defined barriers, difficulties, or impediments that prevent progress or achievement in a given situation
The project faced several specific obstacles that needed to be addressed before moving forward.
O projeto enfrentou vários obstáculos específicos que precisavam ser resolvidos antes de prosseguir.
2. Identifiable challenges or problems that are distinctly characterized rather than vague or general
We need to identify the specific obstacles preventing our team from meeting deadlines.
Precisamos identificar os obstáculos específicos que impedem nossa equipe de cumprir prazos.
This term is commonly used in Brazilian business, academic, and professional contexts when discussing project management, problem-solving, and strategic planning. In the USA, it's frequently employed in corporate meetings, educational settings, and policy discussions to denote clearly identified problems that require targeted solutions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
particular barriersconcrete difficultiesdefined impedimentsidentifiable challenges
Antonyms / Antônimos
general obstaclesvague difficultiesnon-specific barriers

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
obstáculos específicos
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
obstáculos específicos / empecilhos específicos
Empecilhos is colloquially used alongside obstáculos
São Paulo
obstáculos específicos / entraves específicos
Entraves is often used in business contexts
Portugal
obstáculos específicos
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; formal standard usage

Related Words

obstaclebarrierimpedimentchallengedifficultyhindranceconstraint

Related Idioms & Phrases

clear the obstacles
run into specific obstacles
overcome specific obstacles
identify specific obstacles
remove specific obstacles
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