independent worker

[ˌɪndɪˈpɛndənt ˈwɜrkər]
nounpl: independent workers
trabalhador independente
1. A person who works for themselves rather than for an employer, typically providing services or products to multiple clients
As an independent worker, she manages her own schedule and takes on freelance projects.
Como trabalhadora independente, ela gerencia seu próprio horário e assume projetos freelancer.
2. A self-employed person who is not bound by an employment contract with a single company
Independent workers often handle their own taxes and benefits.
Trabalhadores independentes frequentemente gerenciam seus próprios impostos e benefícios.
In Brazil, 'trabalhador independente' and 'autônomo' are highly relevant terms as informal and independent work represents a significant portion of the labor market. The term reflects the growing gig economy and the cultural shift toward entrepreneurship and flexible work arrangements. In the USA, independent workers are increasingly common due to technological advances enabling remote work and the gig economy platforms.
NYC Slang
freelancer, hustle culture worker
Synonyms / Sinônimos
freelancerself-employed workercontractorautonomous workergig worker
Antonyms / Antônimos
employeesalaried workerwage earner

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
trabalhador independente
Standard formal term used in legal and official contexts
General Brazilian
profissional autônomo
Alternative term commonly used; 'autônomo' is very common in Brazil
São Paulo
freelancer
English term widely adopted in urban business contexts
Portugal
trabalhador independente
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'profissional liberal' for certain professions

Related Words

freelanceself-employmententrepreneurshipgig economycontractor

Related Idioms & Phrases

work for oneself
be your own boss
set your own hours
gig economy participant
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