delegated tasks

[ˈdɛlɪˌɡeɪtɪd tæsks]
noun phrasepl: delegated tasks
tarefas delegadas
1. Work or responsibilities assigned by a manager or authority figure to a subordinate or team member to be completed on their behalf
The project manager distributed delegated tasks among the team members.
O gerente de projeto distribuiu as tarefas delegadas entre os membros da equipe.
2. Specific assignments that are entrusted to someone else rather than being handled directly by the person in charge
Completing delegated tasks on time is crucial for team success.
Completar as tarefas delegadas no prazo é crucial para o sucesso da equipe.
In Brazilian corporate culture, delegation is an important management skill, and employees are generally expected to accept delegated tasks as part of their professional responsibilities. The concept emphasizes teamwork and hierarchy. In the USA, there's often an emphasis on clear delegation frameworks and documentation to ensure accountability.
NYC Slang
tasks handed off / stuff you gotta do for the boss
Synonyms / Sinônimos
assigned tasksassigned responsibilitiesentrusted dutiesoutsourced work
Antonyms / Antônimos
personal tasksself-directed workautonomous responsibilities

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
tarefas delegadas
Standard business and professional terminology
São Paulo
tarefas delegadas / trabalhos delegados
Common in corporate environments; 'trabalhos' may be used interchangeably
Rio de Janeiro
tarefas delegadas
Standard usage in business contexts
Portugal
tarefas delegadas / tarefas atribuídas
'Atribuídas' is also frequently used in Portuguese Portuguese

Related Words

delegationaccountabilityresponsibilityassignmentproject managementworkflow

Related Idioms & Phrases

pass the buck
hand off responsibilities
put on someone's plate
divvy up the work
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