complete tasks

[kəmˈplit tæsks]
verb phrase
completar tarefas
1. To finish or accomplish a set of duties or assignments from beginning to end
She needs to complete tasks before the deadline.
Ela precisa completar tarefas antes do prazo.
2. To fulfill all requirements or steps necessary to finish designated work
The team worked together to complete tasks efficiently.
O time trabalhou junto para completar tarefas de forma eficiente.
In Brazilian business culture, completing tasks on time is highly valued and reflects professional competence. The phrase is commonly used in project management, corporate environments, and educational settings. Americans often use colloquial versions like 'knock out tasks' or 'get things done' in casual workplace conversations.
NYC Slang
get tasks done / knock out tasks
Synonyms / Sinônimos
finish tasksaccomplish tasksexecute tasksfulfill tasksperform tasks
Antonyms / Antônimos
abandon tasksleave tasks unfinishedpostpone tasksneglect tasks

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
completar tarefas
Standard usage across Brazil in professional and daily contexts
Rio de Janeiro
concluir tarefas
Alternative common usage in formal settings
São Paulo
realizar tarefas
Frequently used in business environment
Portugal
completar tarefas / concluir tarefas
Both forms are acceptable in European Portuguese

Related Words

deadlineproductivityworkflowassignmentcompletionaccomplishment

Related Idioms & Phrases

complete all pending tasks
complete routine tasks
complete assigned tasks
complete daily tasks
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