stated issue
[/ˈsteɪtɪd ˈɪʃuː/]
nounpl: stated issues
questão declarada
1. A problem, topic, or matter that has been explicitly expressed, declared, or formally presented
The stated issue in the meeting was the lack of communication between departments.
A questão declarada na reunião foi a falta de comunicação entre os departamentos.
2. In legal or formal contexts, a matter that has been officially put forth for discussion, resolution, or judgment
The court addressed the stated issue of intellectual property rights.
O tribunal abordou a questão declarada dos direitos de propriedade intelectual.
3. A concern that has been articulated or made explicit, as opposed to an implied or underlying problem
While the stated issue was budget constraints, the real problem was poor planning.
Enquanto a questão declarada era restrições orçamentárias, o problema real era o planejamento inadequado.
This term is commonly used in professional, academic, and legal settings in both American and Brazilian contexts. In Brazilian business culture, clearly stating issues upfront ('questão declarada') is valued as part of direct communication. The phrase emphasizes what has been explicitly communicated versus what might be implied, making it useful in cross-cultural business negotiations and formal discussions.
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