generic task

[dʒəˈnɛrɪk tæsk]
nounpl: generic tasks
tarefa genérica
1. A standard, non-specific work assignment or job that applies broadly across multiple contexts without customization
Cleaning the office is a generic task that anyone can handle.
Limpar o escritório é uma tarefa genérica que qualquer pessoa pode realizar.
2. In computing and project management, a task that serves as a template or baseline for similar operations
The software includes generic tasks for data validation.
O software inclui tarefas genéricas para validação de dados.
3. A routine or standard procedure that lacks specific customization or specialization
Administrative work often involves generic tasks like filing and scheduling.
O trabalho administrativo frequentemente envolve tarefas genéricas como arquivamento e agendamento.
In both Brazilian and American business environments, 'generic tasks' refer to standard work assignments that require minimal training or specialization. In Brazilian workplaces, this term is commonly used in project management and IT contexts (contextos de gestão de projetos e TI). The concept reflects the efficiency-focused organizational culture of both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
standard taskroutine taskgeneral taskcommon tasktemplate task
Antonyms / Antônimos
specialized taskcustom taskspecific taskunique task

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tarefa genérica
Most common and standard term used across Brazil
São Paulo
tarefa padrão
Often used interchangeably with tarefa genérica in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
tarefa comum
Colloquial variation emphasizing routine nature
Portugal
tarefa genérica
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; tarefa comum also used

Related Words

taskassignmentjobprocedureworkflowtemplate

Related Idioms & Phrases

run-of-the-mill task
bread and butter task
everyday task
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