bilateral communication

[baɪˈlætərəl kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən]
nounfemininepl: comunicações bilaterais
comunicação bilateral
1. A two-way exchange of information, messages, or dialogue between two parties, where both sides actively participate in sending and receiving information
Effective bilateral communication between management and employees improves workplace relationships.
A comunicação bilateral eficaz entre gerência e funcionários melhora as relações no ambiente de trabalho.
2. Diplomatic or formal exchange of information between two countries, organizations, or entities
The bilateral communication agreement between the two nations strengthened their trade relations.
O acordo de comunicação bilateral entre as duas nações fortaleceu suas relações comerciais.
3. In telecommunications or networking, the simultaneous transmission and reception of signals between two points
The system requires bilateral communication to function properly.
O sistema requer comunicação bilateral para funcionar adequadamente.
The term 'bilateral communication' is widely used in both Brazilian and North American business, government, and organizational contexts. In Brazil, it emphasizes the importance of mutual respect and equal participation in dialogue, reflecting cultural values of inclusivity. In the USA, it's commonly used in corporate management, emphasizing feedback loops and two-way interaction between leadership and employees.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
two-way communicationreciprocal communicationmutual exchangeinteractive dialoguediálogo mútuo
Antonyms / Antônimos
unilateral communicationone-way communicationmonologuecomunicação unilateral

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
comunicação bilateral
Standard term used in business, diplomacy, and organizational contexts
São Paulo
comunicação bilateral
Commonly used in corporate and diplomatic settings
Rio de Janeiro
comunicação bilateral
Standard usage in governmental and business communications
Portugal
comunicação bilateral
Same standard term; used in formal diplomatic and organizational contexts

Related Words

bilateral agreementdialogueexchangeinteractionfeedbacknegotiationcomunicaçãodiálogo

Related Idioms & Phrases

open lines of communication
keeping the channels open
manter canais abertos de comunicação
via mão dupla de comunicação
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