diligent workers

[ˈdɪlɪdʒənt ˈwɜːrkərz]
noun phrase (adjective + noun)pl: diligent workers (already plural)
trabalhadores diligentes
1. employees or laborers who work with careful attention, conscientiousness, and persistent effort in their tasks
The diligent workers completed the project ahead of schedule.
Os trabalhadores diligentes completaram o projeto antes do prazo.
2. individuals who demonstrate dedication, thoroughness, and commitment to their professional responsibilities
The company rewards its diligent workers with bonuses and promotions.
A empresa recompensa seus trabalhadores diligentes com bônus e promoções.
In both Brazilian and American workplace cultures, 'diligent workers' represents a highly valued professional trait. In Brazil, there is cultural emphasis on 'jogo de cintura' (flexibility) alongside diligence, while in the USA, the concept aligns strongly with Protestant work ethic values. The phrase is commonly used in performance reviews, employment recommendations, and corporate communications in both cultures.
NYC Slang
hard workers, go-getters, grinders
Synonyms / Sinônimos
industrious workershardworking employeesconscientious workersdedicated employeesassiduous workers
Antonyms / Antônimos
lazy workersnegligent employeescareless workersidle workersapathetic employees

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
trabalhadores diligentes
most common standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
trabalhadores dedicados
alternative phrasing slightly more common in casual speech
São Paulo
funcionários diligentes
'funcionários' preferred in corporate/formal business contexts
Portugal
trabalhadores diligentes
identical to Brazilian usage; formal and standard

Related Words

diligencework ethicproductivitycommitmentefficiency

Related Idioms & Phrases

nose to the grindstone
work like a dog
put in the work
earned their stripes
colocar a mão na massa (Portuguese equivalent)
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →