big enchilada

• Expressão informal do inglês americano que designa a pessoa mais importante, influente ou poderosa de um grupo ou organização, ou a coisa mais importante em uma determinada situação.

An informal American slang expression referring to the most important, powerful, or influential person in a group or organization, or the most significant thing in a particular situation.

1. The most important personC1slangamerican

   The person in charge or the most powerful individual in a group or organization.

   A pessoa mais importante

   • He's the big enchilada at the company, so you'll need his approval.
   • If you want a promotion, you'll have to impress the big enchilada.
   • The big enchilada himself came to the meeting.

2. The most important thingC1slangamerican

   The most significant or crucial item, task, or aspect of a situation.

   O mais importante

   • In this project, the budget is the big enchilada.
   • Winning the championship is the big enchilada for the team.
   • Don't get distracted by details; focus on the big enchilada.