não brevemente explicado

You use não brevemente explicado when you want to indicate that an explanation is concise. It's often used after a complex topic has been presented simply. You might say it about a movie plot summary or a simplified science concept. It assures the listener that they've received the core information. It’s like saying, 'That was the nutshell version!' It’s super useful when time is short. Or when the topic is just too dense for a deep dive.

• A YouTube video title: 'The entire history of Brazil, não brevemente explicado.'
• A friend explaining a game's rules: 'Okay, the main goal is to capture flags, não brevemente explicado.'
• A news article summary: 'Here's the latest political drama, não brevemente explicado.'
• Your boss explaining a new policy: 'So, we need to use the new software, não brevemente explicado.'
• A recipe blog post: 'Making sourdough bread is easy, não brevemente explicado!' (Spoiler: it's not always easy!)

Use não brevemente explicado when the explanation is genuinely short and to the point. It fits perfectly when you're summarizing something intricate. Think about explaining a complex movie ending to a friend. Or summarizing a dense chapter in a book. It’s great for introductions to new concepts. It also works well when you're providing context quickly. Like before diving into a specific detail. It signals that the full picture is more complex. But this is the simplified version for now.

Don't use this phrase if the explanation was actually long and detailed. That would be misleading! If you spent an hour explaining something, calling it não brevemente explicado is just silly. It’s also not appropriate for highly technical or academic settings unless used ironically. If you're writing a formal research paper, maybe skip it. Unless you're making a joke about a colleague's summary. It’s not for situations demanding thoroughness. Like giving medical advice or legal counsel. Those need all the details, not just the highlights!

Learners sometimes get confused with similar-sounding phrases. Or they use it when the explanation wasn't brief at all.

✗ Using it for a super detailed explanation. (This defeats the purpose!)

• Em resumo: This means 'in summary' or 'to sum up'. It’s very direct and common.
• Basicamente: Means 'basically'. It signals a simplified explanation is coming.
• De forma simples: Translates to 'in a simple way'. It emphasizes ease of understanding.
• A grosso modo: Means 'roughly speaking' or 'in broad terms'. It implies a less precise, general overview.

While não brevemente explicado is the standard, you might occasionally see slight tweaks. Sometimes people might use explicado de forma breve (explained in a brief way). Or resumidamente explicado (summarizedly explained). However, não brevemente explicado is the most common and idiomatic form. It has a nice rhythm to it. It's like a catchy tune for summarizing!

• What does não brevemente explicado literally mean?

It literally translates to 'not briefly explained'. This might sound confusing at first, but it implies the explanation is simplified for clarity, not necessarily short.

• Is this phrase formal or informal?

It's generally neutral to informal. You'd use it in casual conversations or online content. It's not typically used in very formal academic or business documents.

• When is the best time to use it?

Use it when summarizing a complex topic in an easy-to-grasp manner. It's perfect for blog posts, YouTube videos, or explaining things to friends.

• Can I use brevemente explicado instead?

No! Brevemente explicado means 'briefly explained', which is the opposite. The não (not) is crucial for the meaning of simplified explanation.