major divisions

[/ˈmeɪdʒər dɪˈvɪʒənz/]
nounpl: major divisions
divisões principais
1. The largest or most significant subdivisions of a whole, organization, or system
The company has three major divisions: sales, marketing, and operations.
A empresa tem três divisões principais: vendas, marketing e operações.
2. Primary categories or classifications within a larger structure
The major divisions of the military include the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
As divisões principais das forças armadas incluem Exército, Marinha e Força Aérea.
3. Significant sections or departments in an academic or organizational context
The university's major divisions are Engineering, Liberal Arts, and Medicine.
As divisões principais da universidade são Engenharia, Artes Liberais e Medicina.
In Brazilian corporate culture, 'divisões principais' is commonly used when discussing organizational restructuring and departmental hierarchies. In both Brazilian and American contexts, this term reflects the importance of clear organizational structure and compartmentalization in business management.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
main divisionsprimary divisionsprincipal categoriesmajor sectionskey departments
Antonyms / Antônimos
minor divisionssubdivisionssmall sections

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
divisões principais
Standard term used in corporate and institutional contexts
Portugal
grandes divisões
Alternative phrasing sometimes used in Portuguese Portuguese
Business English
divisões maiores
More literal translation emphasizing size and importance

Related Words

organizationdepartmentshierarchystructurecategories

Related Idioms & Phrases

divide and conquer
break down into categories
split responsibilities
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