equal burden

[/ˈiːkwəl ˈbɜːrdn/]
noun phrasepl: equal burdens
carga igual
1. A responsibility, duty, or obligation that is distributed or shared equally among individuals or parties
The project's expenses should be an equal burden on all team members.
As despesas do projeto devem ser uma carga igual para todos os membros da equipe.
2. A fair distribution of work, cost, or difficulty among people in a group
In a partnership, both parties must carry an equal burden of the workload.
Em uma parceria, ambas as partes devem carregar uma carga igual de trabalho.
3. The principle of shared responsibility without one party bearing more than another
Taxation should be based on the principle of equal burden among citizens.
A tributação deve se basear no princípio de carga igual entre os cidadãos.
The concept of 'equal burden' is deeply rooted in Western democratic and legal traditions, emphasizing fairness and equity in social contracts. In Brazil, this principle is referenced in labor laws and tax policies. In the USA, it's fundamental to discussions about taxation, military service, and workplace responsibilities. The phrase reflects cultural values of justice and equal treatment under law.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
shared responsibilityequal responsibilityfair shareequitable distributionproportional burden
Antonyms / Antônimos
unequal burdendisproportionate burdenunfair distributionone-sided responsibility

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
carga igual
Most common translation used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
peso igual
Alternative colloquial term sometimes used in casual contexts
São Paulo
carga compartilhada igualmente
More formal business terminology preferred in corporate settings
Portugal
encargo igual
Portuguese preference for 'encargo' instead of 'carga' in formal contexts

Related Words

burdenresponsibilityequityfairnessshared accountabilitydistribution

Related Idioms & Phrases

carry one's weight
pull one's weight
fair share of the burden
split the difference
level playing field
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