long-term development
[/lɔŋ tɜrm dɪˈvɛləpmənt/]
noun phrasepl: long-term developments
desenvolvimento de longo prazo
1. sustained growth, improvement, or advancement of a person, organization, or project over an extended period, typically years or decades
The company invested in long-term development of its workforce through comprehensive training programs.
A empresa investiu no desenvolvimento de longo prazo de sua força de trabalho através de programas abrangentes de treinamento.
2. gradual progress toward achieving strategic goals or objectives that require patience and sustained effort
Long-term development in emerging markets requires political stability and infrastructure investment.
O desenvolvimento de longo prazo em mercados emergentes requer estabilidade política e investimento em infraestrutura.
3. in child psychology and education, the progressive growth and maturation of cognitive, emotional, and physical abilities over time
Teachers focus on long-term development rather than immediate test scores.
Os professores focam no desenvolvimento de longo prazo em vez das notas imediatas dos testes.
In Brazil, 'desenvolvimento de longo prazo' is a key concept in business strategy, education policy, and social programs. It reflects the cultural value placed on patient, sustained progress and investment in human and institutional capacity. In the USA, this phrase is commonly used in corporate strategic planning, educational psychology, and economic development discussions, emphasizing the importance of delayed gratification and sustained effort over quick returns.
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