common work
[ˈkɒmən wɜːrk]
noun phrasepl: common works
trabalho comum
1. ordinary or routine labor performed by workers without specialized skills or training
The construction site required common work such as clearing debris and moving materials.
O canteiro de obras exigia trabalho comum, como limpeza de detritos e movimentação de materiais.
2. work that is shared or performed collectively by a group for mutual benefit
The community garden is a common work project where neighbors share responsibilities.
A horta comunitária é um projeto de trabalho comum onde vizinhos compartilham responsabilidades.
3. labor or tasks undertaken for the public good or communal purpose
Maintaining the public park is a common work that benefits all residents.
Manter o parque público é um trabalho comum que beneficia todos os residentes.
In Brazil, 'trabalho comum' is frequently used in construction and agricultural contexts to distinguish unskilled labor from specialized trades. It reflects the social and economic divisions in the workforce and is an important term in labor law and employment discussions. The phrase also appears in community organization contexts, where it emphasizes collective responsibility and social cooperation.
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