C1 Expression Very Formal 3 min read

Prescinde de maiores esclarecimentos o aspecto relativo a

It is necessary to mention o aspecto relativo a

Literally: Dispenses with greater clarifications the aspect relative to

In 15 Seconds

  • A formal way to say something is completely obvious.
  • Used to skip unnecessary explanations in professional settings.
  • Common in legal, academic, and high-level business Portuguese.

Meaning

This phrase is a fancy way of saying that a specific point is so obvious or well-known that it doesn't need any more explanation. It is like saying 'it goes without saying' or 'no further clarification is needed' regarding a certain topic.

Key Examples

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Writing a formal business report

Prescinde de maiores esclarecimentos o aspecto relativo à queda nas vendas.

The aspect regarding the drop in sales needs no further clarification.

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In a legal deposition or document

Prescinde de maiores esclarecimentos o aspecto relativo à legalidade do contrato.

The aspect regarding the legality of the contract is self-evident.

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Being jokingly posh with a close friend

Amigo, prescinde de maiores esclarecimentos o aspecto relativo à sua fome!

My friend, the aspect regarding your hunger requires no further explanation!

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Cultural Background

Used to show authority in reports.

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Use sparingly

Don't use it too often.

In 15 Seconds

  • A formal way to say something is completely obvious.
  • Used to skip unnecessary explanations in professional settings.
  • Common in legal, academic, and high-level business Portuguese.

What It Means

Think of this as the ultimate 'mic drop' in formal Portuguese. When you use prescinde de maiores esclarecimentos, you are telling your audience that a point is crystal clear. You are saying, 'Look, we all know this already.' It is a sophisticated way to move a conversation forward. It skips over the obvious stuff to get to the meat of the matter. It implies that the facts speak for themselves.

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. You use it to introduce a topic that everyone in the room likely understands. The structure is Prescinde de maiores esclarecimentos o aspecto relativo a [Topic]. It sounds backward to English speakers. You are essentially saying 'The aspect regarding [Topic] dispenses with further explanation.' It is like wearing a tuxedo to a gala; it is structured and very polished.

When To Use It

This is your best friend in academic writing or legal documents. Use it in a high-stakes business meeting to sound authoritative. It works perfectly when you are presenting a report. If you are writing a formal letter to a landlord or a government office, this phrase adds weight. It shows you have a high command of the language. Use it when you want to sound like an expert who doesn't waste time on trifles.

When NOT To Use It

Do not use this while grabbing a beer with friends. You will sound like a robot or a 19th-century poet. Avoid it in casual text messages unless you are being intentionally sarcastic. If you use it with your grandma, she might ask if you have swallowed a dictionary. It is too heavy for everyday small talk. Never use it if the topic actually *is* confusing. You will just frustrate people who genuinely need help understanding.

Cultural Background

Portuguese culture has a deep respect for formal rhetoric. This stems from a long history of legalistic and academic traditions. In Portugal and Brazil, being 'articulate' often means using complex, Latin-derived structures. This phrase is a relic of that love for 'rebuscado' (ornate) language. It is a sign of education and social standing. It reflects a culture that values the 'doutor' (doctor/learned) persona in professional life.

Common Variations

You might hear dispensa maiores comentários for something even shorter. Another version is é desnecessário tecer considerações sobre. If you want to be slightly less formal, you can say não precisa nem falar de. However, prescinde remains the king of formal clarity. It is the gold standard for 'it is obvious.' Use it sparingly to keep its impact high.

Usage Notes

This is a C1-level expression used almost exclusively in formal registers. It requires the preposition 'de' and often follows an inverted word order for stylistic effect. Avoid in casual conversation.

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Use sparingly

Don't use it too often.

Examples

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#1 Writing a formal business report
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Prescinde de maiores esclarecimentos o aspecto relativo à queda nas vendas.

The aspect regarding the drop in sales needs no further clarification.

The speaker assumes everyone knows why sales dropped and wants to move on.

#2 In a legal deposition or document
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Prescinde de maiores esclarecimentos o aspecto relativo à legalidade do contrato.

The aspect regarding the legality of the contract is self-evident.

Using 'prescinde' establishes a tone of absolute certainty.

#3 Being jokingly posh with a close friend
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Amigo, prescinde de maiores esclarecimentos o aspecto relativo à sua fome!

My friend, the aspect regarding your hunger requires no further explanation!

Using such a formal phrase for a trivial thing like hunger is funny.

#4 Explaining a family tradition
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Prescinde de maiores esclarecimentos o aspecto relativo à nossa união.

It goes without saying how united our family is.

Adds a layer of solemnity and importance to the family bond.

#5 Texting a colleague about a clear mistake
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Prescinde de maiores esclarecimentos o aspecto relativo ao erro no código.

The aspect regarding the code error is pretty obvious.

Very formal for a text, suggests the error was quite blatant.

#6 Discussing a well-known public event

Prescinde de maiores esclarecimentos o aspecto relativo à importância do festival.

The importance of the festival is already well understood.

A polite way to acknowledge the event's prestige without listing facts.

Test Yourself

Fill in the missing preposition.

O aspecto relativo ao contrato prescinde ___ maiores esclarecimentos.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: de

The verb 'prescindir' always takes 'de'.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Formality Scale of 'It's Obvious'

Informal

Talking to friends

Tá na cara que...

Neutral

Everyday office talk

Não precisa nem dizer que...

Formal

Standard business

É evidente que...

Very Formal

Legal/Academic

Prescinde de maiores esclarecimentos...

Where to use 'Prescinde de maiores esclarecimentos'

Prescinde de...
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Courtroom

Evidence is clear

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Thesis Defense

Basic theories

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Annual Report

Market trends

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Diplomatic Letter

Agreed terms

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the missing preposition. Fill Blank C1

O aspecto relativo ao contrato prescinde ___ maiores esclarecimentos.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: de

The verb 'prescindir' always takes 'de'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, if it is a formal business email.

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