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informal processes

[/ɪnˈfɔːrməl ˈprɑːsɛsɪz/]
nounpl: informal processes
processos informais
1. Procedures or methods that are conducted without formal rules, official documentation, or structured protocols; typically characterized by flexibility and lack of bureaucratic requirements
The company relies on informal processes for employee grievances rather than formal HR procedures.
A empresa depende de processos informais para reclamações de funcionários em vez de procedimentos formais de RH.
2. In legal or administrative contexts, dispute resolution or decision-making conducted outside official channels
Many communities use informal processes to settle disputes without going to court.
Muitas comunidades usam processos informais para resolver disputas sem ir à corte.
3. In education and learning, methods of acquiring knowledge or skills outside formal institutional settings
Informal processes like mentorship and on-the-job training are valuable for professional development.
Processos informais como mentoria e treinamento no trabalho são valiosos para desenvolvimento profissional.
Synonyms
casual proceduresunofficial methodsad hoc processesunstructured approaches
Antonyms
formal processesofficial proceduresstructured methodsbureaucratic processes

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
processos informais
Standard term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
processos informais
Common in business and legal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
processos informais
Standard usage, sometimes referring to community-based resolutions
Portugal
processos informais
Used in administrative and legal discourse; equivalent term also applies

Related Idioms & Phrases

off the record
under the table
back-channel communication
through the grapevine
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