extensive connection

[ɪkˈstɛnsɪv kəˈnɛkʃən]
noun phrasepl: extensive connections
conexão extensa
1. a wide-ranging or comprehensive link, relationship, or network that spans multiple areas, people, or systems
The company has extensive connections in the tech industry across multiple continents.
A empresa possui extensas conexões na indústria de tecnologia em vários continentes.
2. a broad set of professional, personal, or social ties and relationships
Her extensive connections helped her find a job quickly in the competitive market.
Suas extensas conexões a ajudaram a encontrar um emprego rapidamente no mercado competitivo.
3. a large network of interconnected elements, systems, or infrastructure
The railway system has extensive connections linking major cities throughout the region.
O sistema ferroviário possui extensas conexões ligando as principais cidades da região.
In both Brazilian and American business culture, having extensive connections is highly valued and often referred to as 'networking' or 'having good contacts.' In Brazil, personal relationships and networks (relacionamentos) are particularly important in business dealings. The phrase is commonly used in professional contexts to describe someone's influence and reach within their industry or community.
NYC Slang
big connects / solid network
Synonyms / Sinônimos
broad networkwide-ranging linkscomprehensive tiesextensive networkfar-reaching relationships
Antonyms / Antônimos
limited connectionnarrow networkisolated linkminimal ties

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conexão extensa
standard usage for widespread business or personal networks
Rio de Janeiro
conexão extensa / contatos amplos
commonly used in professional and social contexts
São Paulo
conexão extensa / rede ampla
frequently used in business and corporate environments
Portugal
ligação abrangente / rede alargada
slightly different phrasing preference in European Portuguese

Related Words

networkingrelationshipbridgepartnershipinfrastructurecontact

Related Idioms & Phrases

well-connected
have your finger in many pies
know everyone in town
have connections in high places
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