Pesquisar
on paper
01
no papel
theoretically rather than practically
What is the origin of the idiom "on paper" and when to use it?
The phrase "on paper" is an idiom used to indicate that something appears to be a certain way when examined theoretically or in a written or planned form. The origin of this phrase is not precisely documented, but it is rooted in the idea that written documents or plans can outline an ideal scenario or concept.
02
no papel
as written or printed
Exemplo
The travel itinerary is well-planned on paper, but we'll see how it works out during the trip.
While the project plan appeared feasible on paper, in practice, it required adjustments.
The musician was eager to get the catchy melody down on paper.
To check their answer, students did the computation again step-by-step on paper.
On paper, the project seemed perfect, but we encountered unforeseen challenges during execution.
