interview questions

[/ˈɪntərvjuː ˈkwɛʃtʃənz/]
nounpl: interview questions
perguntas de entrevista
1. A series of inquiries posed by an interviewer to an interviewee to gather information, assess qualifications, or explore opinions and experiences
The HR manager prepared difficult interview questions to evaluate the candidate's problem-solving skills.
O gerente de RH preparou perguntas de entrevista difíceis para avaliar as habilidades de resolução de problemas do candidato.
2. Queries used in a job interview to determine if an applicant is suitable for a position
Common interview questions include 'Tell me about yourself' and 'What are your weaknesses?'
Perguntas de entrevista comuns incluem 'Fale sobre você' e 'Quais são seus pontos fracos?'
3. Questions asked in a media, journalistic, or research context to obtain information from a subject
The journalist asked thoughtful interview questions to understand the celebrity's perspective.
O jornalista fez perguntas de entrevista bem pensadas para entender a perspectiva da celebridade.
In Brazil and the USA, interview questions are a critical component of the hiring process. American interviews tend to focus heavily on competencies, achievements, and behavioral examples, while Brazilian interviews may place more emphasis on interpersonal skills and cultural fit. In both cultures, preparation for common interview questions is considered essential for job seekers.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
interview inquiriesjob interview questionsscreening questionsassessment questionsinterview prompts
Antonyms / Antônimos
answersresponses

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
perguntas de entrevista
Standard term used in job recruitment and media contexts
São Paulo
perguntas de entrevista / questões de entrevista
Both forms used equally in corporate and academic settings
Rio de Janeiro
perguntas de entrevista
Commonly used in media and entertainment industries
Portugal
perguntas de entrevista / questões de entrevista
Similar usage to Brazil, though 'questões' may be slightly more formal

Related Words

interviewinterviewercandidatejob applicationbehavioral interviewtechnical interviewcompetency assessment

Related Idioms & Phrases

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