a longo prazo

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in the long run, over the long term
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/a ˈlõgu ˈpɾazu/
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Over an extended period rather than immediately.

Examples

  • A longo prazo, a confiança depende da honestidade.
    Over the long term, trust depends on honesty.
  • Essa decisão terá efeitos a longo prazo.
    That decision will have long-term effects.
  • A empresa precisa pensar a longo prazo.
    The company needs to think long term.
  • A longo prazo, economizar energia reduz custos.
    In the long run, saving energy reduces costs.
  • O plano é caro agora, mas compensa a longo prazo.
    The plan is expensive now, but it pays off in the long run.

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no longo prazo

Meanings

Effects over time

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Said of decisions, effects or benefits that unfold well into the future.

Examples

  • A longo prazo, economizar energia reduz custos.
    In the long run, saving energy reduces costs.
  • Essa decisão terá efeitos a longo prazo.
    That decision will have long-term effects.
  • A empresa precisa pensar a longo prazo.
    The company needs to think long term.
  • A longo prazo, a confiança depende da honestidade.
    Over the long term, trust depends on honesty.
  • O plano é caro agora, mas compensa a longo prazo.
    The plan is expensive now, but it pays off in the long run.

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Etymology

Longo means long and prazo is a span of time.

FAQ

What does a longo prazo mean?

Over an extended period rather than immediately.

Does a longo prazo mean soon?

No. It points to effects over an extended period.

Can it describe a decision?

Yes. A decision may have efeitos a longo prazo.

What is its opposite?

A curto prazo refers to the near future.

How is a longo prazo pronounced?

The reference pronunciation is /a ˈlõgu ˈpɾazu/.

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