tangible obstacles

[TAN-juh-bul OB-stuh-kulz]
noun phrasepl: tangible obstacles
obstáculos tangíveis
1. Physical, concrete, or real barriers that can be touched, measured, or clearly perceived; problems that have a material or definable form rather than being abstract or theoretical
The project faced tangible obstacles such as budget constraints and equipment failures.
O projeto enfrentou obstáculos tangíveis como restrições orçamentárias e falhas de equipamento.
2. Verifiable and identifiable impediments to progress or success that are not merely theoretical or imaginary
Unlike abstract concerns, tangible obstacles can be measured and addressed directly.
Diferentemente de preocupações abstratas, obstáculos tangíveis podem ser medidos e abordados diretamente.
In both American and Brazilian business contexts, the phrase 'tangible obstacles' is commonly used in corporate presentations and project management discussions to distinguish between problems that need concrete solutions versus theoretical or philosophical concerns. The term emphasizes practicality and measurability, reflecting Western business culture's preference for actionable, quantifiable challenges.
NYC Slang
real obstacles; brick-and-mortar problems; hard-stop roadblocks
Synonyms / Sinônimos
concrete obstaclesphysical barriersreal impedimentsmaterial hindrancesdefinable challenges
Antonyms / Antônimos
intangible obstaclesabstract challengestheoretical problemsimaginary barriers

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
obstáculos tangíveis
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
obstáculos concretos
Often used interchangeably with tangíveis in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
obstáculos palpáveis
More colloquial variation, emphasizing what can be felt or perceived
Portugal
obstáculos tangíveis
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; 'obstáculos concretos' also widely used

Related Words

barrierimpedimenthindranceobstructionchallengetangibleconcrete

Related Idioms & Phrases

hit a tangible obstacle
face tangible obstacles head-on
remove tangible obstacles
overcome tangible obstacles
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