real cause

language: pt

definitions

  1. The fundamental, underlying, or true reason for an event, situation, or phenomenon, often distinguished from superficial or apparent reasons.
    pt: causa real
  2. The genuine motive, intention, or driving force behind a person's actions or decisions.
    pt: motivo real

examples

  1. The investigation revealed the real cause of the accident was mechanical failure.

    A investigação revelou que a causa real do acidente foi uma falha mecânica.

  2. He pretended to help, but his real cause was personal gain.

    Ele fingiu ajudar, mas sua verdadeira intenção era o ganho pessoal.