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surface-level issues

[/ˈsɜːrfɪs ˈlevəl ˈɪʃuːz/]
noun phrase
problemas superficiais
1. Problems or concerns that are apparent on the surface but do not address underlying or fundamental causes; shallow or cosmetic issues
The team focused on surface-level issues instead of addressing the root causes of poor performance.
A equipe focou em problemas superficiais em vez de abordar as causas raízes do baixo desempenho.
2. Minor or trivial problems that lack depth or complexity
We shouldn't waste time on surface-level issues when there are critical matters to discuss.
Não deveríamos perder tempo com problemas superficiais quando há questões críticas a discutir.
NYC Slang
surface stuff / shallow stuff
Synonyms
cosmetic issuesshallow problemsapparent issuestrivial mattersskin-deep concerns
Antonyms
deep-seated issuesfundamental problemsroot causesunderlying issuessubstantive matters

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
problemas superficiais
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
questões rasas
Alternative colloquial expression
Portugal
problemas superficiais
Standard Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

scratching the surface
tip of the iceberg
not getting to the bottom of something
addressing the symptom rather than the disease
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