main undertaking
[/meɪn ˌʌndərˈteɪkɪŋ/]
nounpl: main undertakings
empreendimento principal
1. the primary or most important project, task, or venture that a person or organization is committed to
The company's main undertaking is to develop sustainable energy solutions.
O empreendimento principal da empresa é desenvolver soluções de energia sustentável.
2. a significant responsibility or commitment requiring substantial effort and resources
Building the new hospital was the municipality's main undertaking for the decade.
A construção do novo hospital foi o empreendimento principal do município pela década.
3. the central or dominant business activity of an entity
Their main undertaking involves manufacturing automotive parts.
Seu empreendimento principal envolve a fabricação de peças automotivas.
In Brazilian Portuguese business culture, 'empreendimento principal' is commonly used to describe a company's core mission or primary business focus. The term reflects the entrepreneurial spirit ('empreendedorismo') valued in both Brazilian and American business environments. In corporate contexts, this phrase often appears in mission statements and strategic planning documents.
Related Idioms & Phrases
take on a main undertaking
engage in a main undertaking
the main undertaking at hand
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