equal footing
[ˈiːkwəl ˈfʊtɪŋ]
noun phrase
pé de igualdade
1. a state or condition in which all parties have the same status, rights, or advantages; equal standing or treatment
The two companies agreed to negotiate on equal footing, with neither having more power than the other.
As duas empresas concordaram em negociar em pé de igualdade, sem que uma tivesse mais poder que a outra.
2. a basis for fair and impartial treatment without discrimination or favoritism
All employees should be hired and promoted on equal footing regardless of their background.
Todos os funcionários devem ser contratados e promovidos em pé de igualdade, independentemente de sua origem.
This expression is widely used in both American and Brazilian contexts when discussing workplace rights, international negotiations, and social equality. In Brazil, the phrase 'pé de igualdade' reflects the cultural importance of equality discourse, particularly in labor relations and social justice discussions. It is commonly used in legal, business, and educational settings.
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