general role

[/ˈdʒɛnərəl roʊl/]
nounpl: general roles
papel geral
1. a broad or comprehensive function or part played by someone in an organization, production, or situation
Her general role in the company involves overseeing multiple departments.
Seu papel geral na empresa envolve supervisionar vários departamentos.
2. a non-specific position or responsibility without detailed specialization
He accepted a general role that allows him to work across different projects.
Ele aceitou um papel geral que lhe permite trabalhar em diferentes projetos.
3. in theater or performance, a character part that is not the lead or a specialized supporting role
She was cast in a general role in the ensemble production.
Ela foi escalada para um papel geral na produção de conjunto.
In Brazilian corporate culture, 'papel geral' is frequently used when describing flexible job positions or transitional roles. In theatrical contexts, it refers to ensemble parts. The term is neutral and non-hierarchical, often used to describe positions that bridge multiple areas of responsibility.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
broad functiongeneral positionoverarching rolenon-specialized partoverall responsibility
Antonyms / Antônimos
specialized rolespecific positionleading rolespecialized function

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
papel geral
most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
papel geral / função geral
both terms widely used in business contexts
Portugal
papel geral / função geral
formal usage similar to Brazilian Portuguese
United States
general role
commonly used in corporate and theatrical contexts

Related Words

functionresponsibilitypositiondutyroletaskassignment

Related Idioms & Phrases

play a general role in something
assume a general role
fill a general role
take on a general role
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