multiple representatives

[ˈmʌltɪpl ˌreprɪˈzentətɪvz]
noun phrasepl: N/A (already plural)
múltiplos representantes
1. More than one person or entity authorized to act, speak, or make decisions on behalf of another person, organization, or group
The company sent multiple representatives to negotiate the contract.
A empresa enviou múltiplos representantes para negociar o contrato.
2. Several individuals chosen or appointed to act as delegates or spokespeople for a larger body or constituency
Multiple representatives from different departments attended the board meeting.
Múltiplos representantes de diferentes departamentos compareceram à reunião do conselho.
3. In politics, elected officials who represent different districts or constituencies within a legislative body
Multiple representatives from the state voiced their concerns about the new policy.
Múltiplos representantes do estado expressaram suas preocupações sobre a nova política.
In Brazilian corporate culture and politics, 'múltiplos representantes' is commonly used in formal diplomatic and business negotiations. In the USA, 'multiple representatives' is standard in congressional contexts (House of Representatives) and corporate governance. The term reflects hierarchical decision-making structures and delegation of authority in both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
several representativesmultiple delegatesnumerous spokespersonsvarious envoysmultiple agents
Antonyms / Antônimos
single representativesole representativeone representative

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
múltiplos representantes
Standard formal usage in business and political contexts
Rio de Janeiro
vários representantes
Alternative phrasing commonly used in informal speech
São Paulo
múltiplos representantes
Preferred in corporate and formal business settings
Portugal
múltiplos representantes
Same usage as Brazil; formal and standard

Related Words

representativedelegateambassadorenvoyspokespersonagentproxyconstituent

Related Idioms & Phrases

speak through multiple representatives
send representatives on behalf of
have a seat at the table with multiple representatives
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