mindless task
[/ˈmaɪndləs tæsk/]
noun phrasepl: mindless tasks
tarefa automática / tarefa mecânica / tarefa sem pensar
1. A repetitive or routine job that requires little or no concentration, thought, or creativity; work that can be done without engaging the mind
Filing documents is a mindless task that doesn't require much attention.
Arquivar documentos é uma tarefa automática que não requer muita atenção.
2. Work that is tedious, monotonous, and intellectually unstimulating
Data entry is considered a mindless task by many office workers.
A entrada de dados é considerada uma tarefa mecânica por muitos funcionários de escritório.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'mindless task' is commonly used in workplace discussions to describe the type of work that automation and AI are increasingly replacing. In Brazil, younger professionals often use 'tarefa sem pensar' colloquially, while corporate environments prefer 'tarefa automática' or 'tarefa mecânica'. The phrase reflects growing workplace concerns about job satisfaction and the desire for more meaningful, intellectually stimulating work.
NYC Slang
busywork / brain-dead work / grind
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