flexible type
[/ˈflɛksəbəl taɪp/]
nounpl: flexible types
tipo flexível
1. A person or thing characterized by adaptability and willingness to change approach or method based on circumstances
She is a flexible type who can adjust quickly to new work environments.
Ela é um tipo flexível que pode se adaptar rapidamente a novos ambientes de trabalho.
2. In technology or manufacturing, a material or product category that can bend, stretch, or adjust its form without breaking
This flexible type of display screen can be rolled up like paper.
Este tipo flexível de tela pode ser enrolado como papel.
3. A personality classification referring to someone adaptable and not rigid in their thinking or methods
As a flexible type, he prefers working in dynamic environments rather than structured ones.
Como um tipo flexível, ele prefere trabalhar em ambientes dinâmicos em vez de estruturados.
In Brazilian business culture, being a 'tipo flexível' is often viewed positively as it demonstrates ability to work in dynamic, sometimes unpredictable environments. In the USA, this trait is valued in startup cultures and tech industries. The term reflects modern workplace values emphasizing agility over rigid hierarchy.
NYC Slang
flexible dude / go-with-the-flow type / adaptable cat
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