Vital role · heavy reliance · pressing issue · profound effect
ˈvaɪtl rəʊl
papel fundamental / vital
Education plays a vital role in society.
ˈhevi rɪˈlaɪəns
forte dependência
There is a heavy reliance on technology.
ˈpresɪŋ ˈɪʃuː
questão urgente
Climate change is a pressing issue.
prəˈfaʊnd ɪˈfekt
efeito profundo / impacto marcante
The speech had a profound effect on us.
stɪf ˌkɒmpəˈtɪʃn
competição acirrada
Firms face stiff competition globally.
ˈdræstɪk tʃeɪndʒ
mudança drástica
The policy requires a drastic change.
ˈɡəʊldən ˌɒpəˈtjuːnəti
oportunidade de ouro
This job offer is a golden opportunity.
fɪəs dɪˈbeɪt
debate intenso
The decision sparked a fierce debate.
ˈflɔːləs pəˈfɔːməns
desempenho impecável
The pianist gave a flawless performance.
ɡrɪm riˈæləti
realidade dura / sombria
Poverty remains a grim reality.