non-monetary

[/nɑːn-ˈmɑːnɪteri/ or /nɒn-ˈmɒnɪtəri/]
adjective
não-monetário
1. Not involving or consisting of money; relating to compensation, value, or transactions that do not use currency
The company offered non-monetary benefits such as flexible working hours and health insurance.
A empresa ofereceu benefícios não-monetários como horários flexíveis e seguro saúde.
2. In economics and finance, describing assets, exchanges, or systems that operate without direct money transfer
Non-monetary compensation can include stock options, vacation days, or professional development.
A compensação não-monetária pode incluir opções de ações, dias de férias ou desenvolvimento profissional.
3. Relating to non-cash value or benefit received in exchange for work or services
The survey measured both monetary and non-monetary rewards for employees.
A pesquisa mediu tanto as recompensas monetárias quanto as não-monetárias para funcionários.
The term 'non-monetary' has become increasingly important in both Brazilian and American corporate culture, reflecting a shift in how companies value employee compensation beyond salaries. In Brazil, non-monetary benefits are often emphasized in job offerings to attract talent, particularly in competitive markets like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. In the USA, this terminology is standard in HR departments and discussions about total rewards packages.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
non-cashin-kindnon-financialintangible
Antonyms / Antônimos
monetaryfinancialcash-basedcurrency-based

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
não-monetário
Standard term used in business, economics, and HR contexts
Brazil (Corporate)
benefício não-monetário
Commonly used in HR and employee benefits discussions
Portugal
não-monetário
Same usage as in Brazil; formal economic and business terminology
Brazil (Informal)
sem dinheiro envolvido
More colloquial expression meaning 'without money involved'

Related Words

compensationbenefitsbarterin-kind exchangeremunerationnon-cash incentives

Related Idioms & Phrases

non-monetary benefits package
non-monetary compensation structure
non-monetary value exchange
non-monetary incentives program
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