unclear specification

[/ʌnˈklɪr ˌspɛsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/]
noun phrasepl: unclear specifications
especificação pouco clara
1. A requirement, instruction, or description that lacks clarity, precision, or sufficient detail, making it difficult to understand or implement correctly
The unclear specification of the project requirements led to confusion among the development team.
A especificação pouco clara dos requisitos do projeto causou confusão entre a equipe de desenvolvimento.
2. In technical or business contexts, a statement or document that is ambiguous, vague, or missing essential information needed for proper execution
The unclear specification of the API endpoints resulted in integration errors.
A especificação pouco clara dos pontos de extremidade da API resultou em erros de integração.
In both Brazilian and American business cultures, unclear specifications are a common source of project delays and miscommunication. In Brazil, this term is frequently used in software development, construction, and consulting industries. In the USA, it's particularly common in tech and engineering sectors. The phrase reflects a universal challenge in cross-functional teamwork and the importance of detailed documentation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
vague specificationambiguous specificationpoorly defined requirementimprecise specificationfuzzy specification
Antonyms / Antônimos
clear specificationprecise specificationwell-defined specificationexplicit specificationdetailed specification

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
especificação pouco clara
Standard term used in technical and business contexts
São Paulo
especificação confusa
Alternative phrasing commonly used in corporate environments
Rio de Janeiro
especificação vaga
Informal variation in technical discussions
Portugal
especificação pouco clara/imprecisa
Same standard form as Brazil; occasionally 'especificação nebulosa'

Related Words

requirementspecificationambiguityclaritydocumentationprecision

Related Idioms & Phrases

moving target
back to the drawing board
shooting in the dark
lost in translation
reading between the lines
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