human error
[ˈhjuːmən ˈɛrər]
nounpl: human errors
erro humano
1. a mistake made by a person rather than by a machine or system
The accident was caused by human error when the operator failed to follow safety procedures.
O acidente foi causado por erro humano quando o operador falhou em seguir os procedimentos de segurança.
2. an action or judgment that is incorrect or produces an unintended result due to human limitation or negligence
Human error in data entry resulted in thousands of dollars in losses.
Erro humano na entrada de dados resultou em perdas de milhares de dólares.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'human error' is a commonly used phrase in professional, legal, and safety discussions. In Brazil, it's frequently cited in investigations of accidents and system failures. In the USA, it's often used in healthcare, aviation, and corporate accountability discussions. The phrase acknowledges human fallibility and is often used to explain workplace incidents while assigning responsibility.
NYC Slang
my bad / oops / user error
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