Meaning
Results that can be physically or demonstrably observed; outcomes with clear evidence rather than abstract claims.
Primary Function
Adjective‑noun collocation used to emphasize concreteness and verifiability in reporting and evaluation contexts.
Communicative Purpose
To distinguish concrete, measurable achievements from vague or intangible expectations, often for stakeholder justification.
Pattern
tangible results
Core Structure
tangible results
Função primária
Adjective‑noun collocation used to emphasize concreteness and verifiability in reporting and evaluation contexts.
Propósito comunicativo
To distinguish concrete, measurable achievements from vague or intangible expectations, often for stakeholder justification.
Situações de gatilho
During project reviews, performance reports, post‑implementation evaluations, or when presenting data to investors or management.
Contextos
Professional/business settings (reports, presentations), academic research discussions, corporate communications, policy analysis.
Padrão
tangible results
Estrutura central
tangible results
Slots de substituição
concrete results, measurable outcomes, solid evidence
Colocados típicos
- produce
- deliver
- yield
- see
- achieve
Substituições comuns
- concrete results
- measurable outcomes
- solid evidence
Erros comuns
touchable results (literally physical; tangible is figurative)
Similar / contraste
concrete outcomes, palpable improvement
Interferências
‘Tangible’ literally means touchable, so avoid for purely emotional contexts.
Família do chunk
- concrete evidence
- measurable impact
- discernible effect
Nuance
Emphasises verifiability; often used to justify investment.
Efeito pragmático
Business-like, evidence-driven.
Dica de memória
need tangible results
Nota
Reinforces credibility and accountability in professional communications.
Upgrade path
real → clear → tangible, measurable results
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