different role

[ˈdɪfərənt roʊl]
noun phrasepl: different roles
papel diferente
1. a distinct or varied function, position, or part that someone performs that differs from another or from what was previously done
After the promotion, she took on a different role in the company.
Após a promoção, ela assumiu um papel diferente na empresa.
2. an alternate character or persona that an actor portrays in various productions
The actor excelled in each different role throughout his career.
O ator se destacou em cada papel diferente ao longo de sua carreira.
3. a new or changed responsibility or duty in a particular context or situation
In this project, I will have a different role than before.
Neste projeto, terei um papel diferente do que tinha antes.
In Brazilian professional environments, 'papel diferente' is commonly used when discussing career transitions, promotions, or organizational changes. In entertainment contexts, both Brazil and the USA frequently use this phrase when discussing an actor's varied performances. The concept reflects workplace mobility and the importance of adaptability in both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
distinct rolenew rolevaried rolealternative roleseparate function
Antonyms / Antônimos
same roleidentical roleunchanged role

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
papel diferente
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
papel diferente / função diferente
Common in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
papel diferente
Standard usage, also used in entertainment industry
Portugal
papel diferente / papel distinto
Both terms used interchangeably in European Portuguese

Related Words

papelfunçãoposiçãoresponsabilidadepersonagemmudança de cargo

Related Idioms & Phrases

play a different role
assume a different role
take on a different role
step into a different role
wear a different hat
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