mutual reliance

[ˈmjuːtʃuəl rɪˈlaɪəns]
noun
dependência mútua
1. a state of depending on each other reciprocally; a situation where two or more parties rely on one another for support, resources, or assistance
The two countries developed a mutual reliance on trade agreements and diplomatic cooperation.
Os dois países desenvolveram uma dependência mútua em acordos comerciais e cooperação diplomática.
2. a relationship characterized by shared responsibility and interdependence
Their partnership was built on mutual reliance, trust, and shared goals.
A parceria deles foi construída sobre dependência mútua, confiança e objetivos compartilhados.
In Brazilian business culture, 'dependência mútua' is often emphasized as a foundation for healthy partnerships and relationships. The concept reflects the Brazilian value of strong interpersonal connections (relacionamento). In Portugal, the term 'confiança recíproca' is often preferred in formal institutional contexts. In the USA, mutual reliance is considered both a strength in personal relationships and a point of concern in economic independence discussions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
interdependencemutual dependencereciprocal reliancecodependencemutual trust
Antonyms / Antônimos
independenceself-sufficiencyautonomydetachmentseparation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
dependência mútua
most common and widely understood term
General Brazilian
confiança mútua
emphasizes the trust aspect
São Paulo
interdependência
more formal, used in business and academic contexts
Portugal
dependência mútua
same as Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
confiança recíproca
alternative formal term in European Portuguese

Related Words

interdependentreciprocalcooperationsymbioticalliance

Related Idioms & Phrases

lean on each other
scratch my back and I'll scratch yours
two sides of the same coin
all in this together
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