alto rendimento
[ˈaw.tu ʁẽ.di.ˈmẽ.tu]
noun phrase / adjective phrasemasculinepl: altos rendimentos
high performance / high yield / high output
1. A state or condition of operating at maximum efficiency and productivity; performing at peak levels
The athlete trained for years to achieve high performance in the Olympic games.
O atleta treinou por anos para alcançar alto rendimento nos Jogos Olímpicos.
2. In business or manufacturing, producing maximum output with optimized resources
The new factory operates at high performance with minimal waste.
A nova fábrica opera em alto rendimento com desperdício mínimo.
3. In academic or professional contexts, achieving superior results or excellence
The student's high performance in mathematics earned her a scholarship.
O alto rendimento do estudante em matemática lhe rendeu uma bolsa de estudos.
This term is deeply embedded in Brazilian culture, particularly in sports (especially football/soccer), fitness culture, and corporate environments. It reflects the Brazilian emphasis on excellence and efficiency. The phrase is frequently used in academic settings, competitive sports, and business contexts where productivity and peak performance are valued. In Portugal, the usage is similar, emphasizing athletic and professional achievement.
NYC Slang
peak performance / crushing it / going hard
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