tangible contribution

[TAN-juh-bul kun-TRIB-yuh-shun]
noun phrasefemininepl: tangible contributions / contribuições tangíveis
contribuição tangível
1. A concrete, measurable, and perceptible contribution that produces visible or material results; something that can be clearly demonstrated or touched rather than being abstract or theoretical
The new software made a tangible contribution to improving productivity by 30%.
O novo software fez uma contribuição tangível para melhorar a produtividade em 30%.
2. A meaningful input or assistance that has practical, observable effects and can be assessed or evaluated objectively
Her tangible contribution to the project included designing the user interface and writing documentation.
Sua contribuição tangível para o projeto incluiu o design da interface do usuário e a redação da documentação.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, 'tangible contribution' is highly valued in corporate environments, academic settings, and project evaluations. In Brazil, this phrase is increasingly used in professional and academic discourse as organizations seek measurable results. The concept reflects a cultural shift toward accountability and objective metrics in evaluating work performance and project success.
NYC Slang
real contribution / solid contribution
Synonyms / Sinônimos
concrete contributionmaterial contributionmeasurable contributionsubstantive contributionpractical contribution
Antonyms / Antônimos
intangible contributionabstract contributionvague contributioninsignificant contributionnegligible contribution

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
contribuição tangível
Most common and widely used across Brazil
São Paulo (Business context)
contribuição palpável / contribuição concreta
Preferred in corporate and business environments
Rio de Janeiro
contribuição tangível
Standard usage, no significant variation
Portugal (European Portuguese)
contribuição tangível / contribuição material
European Portuguese may prefer 'material' in some contexts

Related Words

tangible resultsmeasurable impactconcrete evidencematerial benefitperceptible improvement

Related Idioms & Phrases

make a real difference
put your money where your mouth is
walk the walk
bring something to the table
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