opening position
[ˈoʊpənɪŋ pəˈzɪʃən]
nounpl: opening positions
posição de abertura
1. The initial arrangement of pieces in chess before any moves are made
In chess, both players must start from the same opening position.
No xadrez, ambos os jogadores devem começar a partir da mesma posição de abertura.
2. A job vacancy or available position for employment that has just been created
The company announced three opening positions in their marketing department.
A empresa anunciou três posições de abertura em seu departamento de marketing.
3. The initial stance or configuration in sports, martial arts, or physical activities
The boxer assumed an opening position before the bell rang.
O boxeador assumiu uma posição de abertura antes do sino tocar.
4. The beginning arrangement or setup in any competitive or strategic activity
The team discussed their opening position strategy for the game.
O time discutiu sua estratégia de posição de abertura para o jogo.
The term 'opening position' is widely used in both American and Brazilian contexts, particularly in chess culture which is popular in both countries, and in corporate job markets. In Brazil, when referring to job openings, companies often use 'vagas em aberto' or 'posições disponíveis' in more casual business communication, while 'posição de abertura' is more formal. In the USA, 'opening' or 'job opening' is more commonly used than the full phrase 'opening position' in employment contexts.
Related Idioms & Phrases
from the opening position onwards
to secure an opening position
to apply for an opening position
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