superficial fix
[ˌsuːpərˈfɪʃəl fɪks]
nounpl: superficial fixes
correção superficial
1. a quick or temporary solution to a problem that does not address the underlying cause or root issue
Putting a band-aid on the leak was just a superficial fix; we need to replace the entire pipe.
Colocar um curativo no vazamento foi apenas uma correção superficial; precisamos substituir o tubo inteiro.
2. a cosmetic or surface-level repair that makes something appear fixed without actually solving the core problem
The company's rebranding was a superficial fix for its declining sales.
A mudança de marca da empresa foi uma correção superficial para suas vendas em declínio.
The phrase 'superficial fix' is widely used in both American and Brazilian business and technical contexts to criticize ineffective problem-solving. In Brazil, the colloquial term 'gambiarra' carries a similar meaning but often includes a connotation of creativity or resourcefulness, reflecting cultural attitudes toward improvisation. The concept is particularly relevant in corporate and software development environments across both cultures.
NYC Slang
band-aid fix / quick fix / temporary patch
Related Idioms & Phrases
putting a band-aid on a bullet wound
putting lipstick on a pig
rearranging deck chairs on the Titanic
painting over the cracks
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