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immature practice

[/ɪməˈtʃʊr ˈpræktɪs/]
nounpl: immature practices
prática imatura
1. A method, technique, or procedure that is underdeveloped, inexperienced, or lacks refinement; conduct or behavior that demonstrates lack of development or sophistication
The company's immature practice of hiring without proper vetting led to numerous problems.
A prática imatura da empresa de contratar sem verificação adequada causou inúmeros problemas.
2. Behavior or conduct characteristic of or befitting an immature person; childish or unsophisticated approach to a task or situation
His immature practice of spreading rumors undermined team morale.
Sua prática imatura de espalhar boatos prejudicou o moral da equipe.
NYC Slang
acting like a noob; childish move
Synonyms
childish behaviorunprofessional conductinexperienced approachunsophisticated methodjuvenile practice
Antonyms
mature practiceprofessional conductrefined approachsophisticated methodexperienced technique

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
prática imatura
Most commonly used form
São Paulo
prática imatura / conduta infantil
May use 'conduta infantil' in business contexts
Portugal
prática imatura / comportamento infantil
Equivalent usage with 'comportamento' preferred in some contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

growing pains
learning curve
lack of maturity
unprofessional behavior
shoot from the hip
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