career break
[/kəˈrɪr breɪk/]
nounpl: career breaks
pausa na carreira
1. A temporary period away from work or professional responsibilities, taken intentionally for personal reasons such as travel, family care, education, or rest
She decided to take a career break to travel around Europe for six months.
Ela decidiu tirar uma pausa na carreira para viajar pela Europa durante seis meses.
2. An interruption in one's professional trajectory or employment history
After having children, many professionals consider taking a career break.
Depois de ter filhos, muitos profissionais consideram tirar uma pausa na carreira.
Career breaks are increasingly normalized in both Brazil and the United States, though attitudes vary by industry and generation. In Brazil, they are often related to family responsibilities or further education. In the USA, career breaks for personal development and travel are more culturally accepted, especially among younger professionals. The concept reflects modern work culture's recognition of work-life balance.
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