useful method

[ˈjuːsfəl ˈmeθəd]
noun phrasepl: useful methods / métodos úteis
método útil
1. A practical, effective, or efficient way of doing something that produces desired results
This is a useful method for solving complex equations quickly.
Este é um método útil para resolver equações complexas rapidamente.
2. A technique or procedure that is beneficial and worth using in a particular context
The teacher demonstrated a useful method for memorizing vocabulary.
A professora demonstrou um método útil para memorizar vocabulário.
3. A proven approach that saves time, effort, or resources
We discovered a useful method to reduce production costs.
Descobrimos um método útil para reduzir custos de produção.
In Brazilian business and educational contexts, 'método útil' is frequently discussed in professional environments. Americans often emphasize finding 'useful methods' for efficiency and productivity, reflecting cultural values of pragmatism and optimization. The phrase is neutral and widely accepted in both formal and informal settings across English and Portuguese-speaking communities.
NYC Slang
a solid way to get it done / a trick that works
Synonyms / Sinônimos
effective methodpractical approachefficient techniquehelpful procedureworkable solution
Antonyms / Antônimos
useless methodimpractical approachineffective techniquewasteful procedure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método útil
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
método útil / jeito prático
Commonly used in business and academic contexts
Rio de Janeiro
método útil / forma prática
Informal usage common in daily speech
Portugal
método útil
Same as Brazilian Portuguese, standard formal usage

Related Words

methodologytechniqueprocedurestrategyapproachsystem

Related Idioms & Phrases

tried and tested method
a method to one's madness
cut and dried method
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