C1 Expression رسمي جدًا 3 دقيقة للقراءة

Merece atenção o aspecto relativo a

It is necessary to mention o aspecto relativo a

حرفيًا: Deserves attention the aspect relative to

Use this to professionally transition from a general topic to a specific, crucial detail in formal settings.

في 15 ثانية

  • A formal way to highlight a specific, important detail.
  • Best used in professional, academic, or legal contexts.
  • Signals to the listener that a key point is coming.

المعنى

This phrase is a sophisticated way to say 'we should really look closely at this specific point.' It helps you spotlight a detail that is crucial to the overall discussion.

أمثلة رئيسية

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1

In a corporate board meeting

Merece atenção o aspecto relativo ao corte de custos planejado.

The aspect regarding the planned cost reduction deserves attention.

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2

Writing a university thesis

Merece atenção o aspecto relativo à amostragem da pesquisa.

The aspect relative to the research sampling deserves attention.

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3

A serious conversation with a partner

Merece atenção o aspecto relativo à nossa comunicação diária.

The aspect regarding our daily communication deserves attention.

💭
🌍

خلفية ثقافية

This expression reflects the 'Bacharelismo' tradition in Brazil, where formal speech and legalistic phrasing were historically associated with high social status. It remains a staple in 'Juridiquês' (legal jargon) and academic writing, showing the speaker's education level. While it sounds very traditional, it is still the standard for professional elegance today.

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The 'A' Rule

Always remember that 'relativo' is followed by 'a'. If the next word is feminine, use 'à' or 'às'. If it's masculine, use 'ao' or 'aos'.

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Don't Overuse It

If you use this phrase five times in one email, you'll sound like a robot. Mix it up with 'Além disso' or 'Quanto a'.

في 15 ثانية

  • A formal way to highlight a specific, important detail.
  • Best used in professional, academic, or legal contexts.
  • Signals to the listener that a key point is coming.

What It Means

Think of this phrase as a verbal highlighter. When you use Merece atenção o aspecto relativo a, you are telling your audience to pause. You are signaling that the next thing you say is a vital piece of the puzzle. It is much more elegant than just saying 'look at this.' It suggests that the topic itself has earned the right to be discussed.

How To Use It

You will usually find this phrase at the start of a sentence or a new paragraph. It acts as a bridge between a general topic and a specific detail. You follow it with a noun or a noun phrase. For example, if you are talking about a trip, you might say Merece atenção o aspecto relativo ao clima. It sounds authoritative and very well-organized. Just remember to match the gender of the article—ao for masculine and à for feminine topics.

When To Use It

This is your go-to for professional and academic settings. Use it during a business presentation to sound like an expert. It is perfect for writing formal emails or reports where you need to be precise. If you are in a serious debate or a job interview, this phrase gives you instant 'intellectual' points. It shows you have a structured mind and a command of high-level Portuguese.

When NOT To Use It

Avoid this phrase in casual settings unless you are being funny. Using it while ordering a beer or talking to your dog will make you sound like a 19th-century lawyer. It is too heavy for a quick text to a friend about dinner plans. If the vibe is relaxed and 'cool,' stick to simpler words like Sobre or E tem também. Don't kill the party mood with textbook language!

Cultural Background

Portuguese speakers, especially in Brazil and Portugal, have a historical respect for formal rhetoric. This stems from a tradition called 'Bacharelismo,' where being articulate and using complex structures was a status symbol. While modern Portuguese is becoming more casual, knowing how to 'speak fancy' is still a powerful social tool. It commands respect in offices and universities across the Lusophone world.

Common Variations

You can swap things around to keep your writing fresh. Vale destacar o aspecto is a very common alternative. If you want to be even more formal, try Cabe salientar o ponto relativo a. For a slightly softer touch, you might use É importante notar. All of these serve the same purpose: they act as a spotlight for your most important ideas.

ملاحظات الاستخدام

This is a C1-level expression used primarily in formal registers. It requires correct prepositional agreement (relativo a + article) and is most effective in written reports or formal presentations.

💡

The 'A' Rule

Always remember that 'relativo' is followed by 'a'. If the next word is feminine, use 'à' or 'às'. If it's masculine, use 'ao' or 'aos'.

⚠️

Don't Overuse It

If you use this phrase five times in one email, you'll sound like a robot. Mix it up with 'Além disso' or 'Quanto a'.

💬

The Sarcasm Secret

Brazilians often use this phrase ironically to point out something obvious or silly, like a friend's bad haircut, to make it sound 'official'.

أمثلة

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#1 In a corporate board meeting
💼

Merece atenção o aspecto relativo ao corte de custos planejado.

The aspect regarding the planned cost reduction deserves attention.

Here it focuses the group on a specific financial point.

#2 Writing a university thesis
👔

Merece atenção o aspecto relativo à amostragem da pesquisa.

The aspect relative to the research sampling deserves attention.

Used to justify the methodology in a formal paper.

#3 A serious conversation with a partner
💭

Merece atenção o aspecto relativo à nossa comunicação diária.

The aspect regarding our daily communication deserves attention.

Adds a layer of seriousness and weight to a relationship talk.

#4 Joking with a friend about their messy room
😄

Merece atenção o aspecto relativo a essa montanha de roupas no chão.

The aspect relative to this mountain of clothes on the floor deserves attention.

Using high formality for a silly situation creates a humorous, sarcastic effect.

#5 A formal email to a landlord
👔

Merece atenção o aspecto relativo à infiltração no teto da sala.

The aspect regarding the leak in the living room ceiling deserves attention.

Makes the complaint sound more serious and official.

#6 Discussing a news article with a colleague
💼

Merece atenção o aspecto relativo às mudanças na lei trabalhista.

The aspect regarding the changes in labor law deserves attention.

Used to pivot the conversation to a specific part of the news.

اختبر نفسك

Choose the correct preposition to complete the formal phrase.

Merece atenção o aspecto relativo ___ novas regras da empresa.

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: às

The word 'relativo' always requires the preposition 'a'. Since 'regras' is feminine plural, 'a + as' becomes 'às'.

Which word best completes the phrase to maintain its formal meaning?

Merece ___ o aspecto relativo ao impacto ambiental.

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: atenção

'Atenção' (attention) is the standard word used in this formal construction to denote importance.

🎉 النتيجة: /2

وسائل تعلم بصرية

Formality Level of 'Merece atenção o aspecto relativo a'

Casual

Talking to friends at a bar.

E sobre...

Neutral

General workplace chat.

É importante falar de...

Formal

Business reports and meetings.

Vale ressaltar que...

Very Formal

Legal documents or academic speeches.

Merece atenção o aspecto relativo a...

Where to use this expression

Merece atenção o aspecto relativo a
🎓

Academic Thesis

Highlighting a specific variable in a study.

⚖️

Legal Contract

Pointing out a specific clause or condition.

📊

Corporate Presentation

Focusing on a specific market trend.

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Formal Complaint

Detailing a specific issue in a letter.

الأسئلة الشائعة

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Rarely. It is mostly reserved for formal writing or structured speeches. In a casual chat, it sounds very stiff.

Yes, it is excellent for interviews. It shows you can communicate complex ideas clearly and professionally.

Sobre simply means 'about.' Merece atenção o aspecto relativo a is much more emphatic and formal.

Yes! If you are mentioning multiple aspects, say Merecem atenção os aspectos relativos a....

Yes, it is a standard formal expression in all Portuguese-speaking countries.

It is usually used for abstract concepts or things. For people, it sounds a bit dehumanizing, like they are a 'case study'.

Usually, yes. It acts as an introductory phrase to set the stage for a specific point.

A shorter, slightly less formal version is Quanto ao aspecto de... or simply Sobre....

You can also say Merece atenção o aspecto de..., but relativo a adds an extra layer of formal precision.

The most common mistake is forgetting the 'crase' (the accent on 'à'). Remember: relativo à questão (feminine).

Not old-fashioned, but definitely 'high-level.' It is the language of newspapers, lawyers, and professors.

عبارات ذات صلة

Vale ressaltar que

It is worth highlighting that

No que tange a

Regarding / With respect to (very formal)

Cabe salientar

It should be pointed out

No que diz respeito a

In regard to

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