engrenagem; relação de transmissão; preparação
1. The system of gears in a machine or vehicle that transmits power and motion
The car's gearing allows for smooth acceleration on the highway.
A engrenagem do carro permite uma aceleração suave na estrada.
2. The arrangement or adjustment of gears to achieve a desired ratio or effect
High gearing is essential for climbing steep hills.
A relação de transmissão alta é essencial para subir colinas íngremes.
3. Equipment or apparatus, especially protective gear or clothing
The cyclist wore protective gearing before the race.
O ciclista usava equipamento de proteção antes da corrida.
4. The process of preparing or organizing something for a specific purpose
The company is gearing up for the product launch.
A empresa está se preparando para o lançamento do produto.
5. In finance, the ratio of a company's debt to its equity (leverage)
High gearing increases financial risk for the company.
Uma relação de endividamento alta aumenta o risco financeiro da empresa.
In Brazil, 'gearing' is frequently used in automotive discussions and finance. The phrase 'gearing up' has become common in business Portuguese to mean preparation for launches or major events. In the USA, the term is also used metaphorically in everyday speech ('gearing up for the holidays'), which has influenced Portuguese usage, particularly in São Paulo's business community.
NYC Slang
gear up (to prepare); geared up (ready/equipped)
Related Idioms & Phrases
gear up - to prepare oneself for something
gear down - to reduce activity or pace
in high gear - operating at maximum capacity
shift gears - to change approach or topic
well-geared - properly equipped or prepared
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