elementary responsibility
[/ˌɛləˈmɛntəri rɪˈspɑnsəbɪlɪti/]
noun phrasepl: elementary responsibilities
responsabilidade elementar
1. a basic, fundamental, or primary duty or obligation that is essential or foundational in nature
It is an elementary responsibility of parents to provide food and shelter for their children.
É uma responsabilidade elementar dos pais fornecer comida e abrigo para seus filhos.
2. a simple or basic obligation that should be obvious or easily understood
Keeping the workplace safe is an elementary responsibility of any manager.
Manter o local de trabalho seguro é uma responsabilidade elementar de qualquer gerente.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'elementary responsibility' is often invoked in legal, educational, and parental discussions to emphasize obligations that are considered non-negotiable or self-evident. In Brazil, this phrase frequently appears in labor law and child protection discourse. In the USA, it's commonly used in debates about government obligations and corporate accountability.
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