extra project

[ˈɛkstrə ˈprɒdʒɛkt]
nounpl: extra projects
projeto extra
1. An additional work assignment or task undertaken beyond regular or required duties, often voluntary or for additional compensation
She took on an extra project to gain experience in the new software.
Ela assumiu um projeto extra para ganhar experiência no novo software.
2. In academic contexts, supplementary work assigned to students beyond standard curriculum requirements
The teacher offered an extra project for students who wanted to improve their grades.
A professora ofereceu um projeto extra para os alunos que queriam melhorar suas notas.
3. In film and entertainment, additional production work outside the main production schedule
The actor signed up for an extra project during the off-season.
O ator se inscreveu para um projeto extra durante a entressafra.
In Brazilian corporate culture, taking on 'projetos extras' is often seen as a sign of ambition and dedication, though work-life balance concerns are increasingly recognized. In the US and NYC, 'side projects' or 'side hustles' are culturally normalized, especially in tech and creative industries. In Portuguese companies, such additional work is more formally structured and compensated.
NYC Slang
side gig / side hustle
Synonyms / Sinônimos
additional projectside projectsupplementary workancillary taskextra assignment
Antonyms / Antônimos
core projectmandatory assignmentprimary task

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
projeto extra
Most common and widely understood across Brazil
São Paulo
projeto adicional / trabalho extra
Business-oriented variation in corporate environments
Rio de Janeiro
projeto extra / trampo extra
'Trampo' is informal slang for work
Portugal
projeto adicional / trabalho suplementar
More formal terminology preferred in European Portuguese

Related Words

freelance workovertimeside hustlebonus workextracurricular activity

Related Idioms & Phrases

take on an extra project
bite off more than you can chew
go the extra mile
above and beyond
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