overexertion
[/ˌoʊvərɪɡˈzɜːrʃən/]
nounpl: overexertions
superesforço
1. excessive physical or mental effort that exceeds one's capacity, often resulting in fatigue, injury, or exhaustion
The athlete suffered muscle strain from overexertion during training.
O atleta sofreu distensão muscular pelo superesforço durante o treinamento.
2. the act of exerting oneself beyond safe or healthy limits
Overexertion can lead to burnout in demanding careers.
O superesforço pode levar ao esgotamento em carreiras exigentes.
3. working too hard without adequate rest or recovery
Doctors warned her about overexertion during her recovery period.
Os médicos a alertaram sobre o superesforço durante seu período de recuperação.
In Brazilian culture, especially in competitive environments like sports and corporate settings, overexertion is often discussed in terms of health warnings and workplace wellness. In the USA, the concept is frequently referenced in fitness culture and mental health discussions about work-life balance.
NYC Slang
burning yourself out; pushing too hard
Related Idioms & Phrases
push oneself too hard
bite off more than you can chew
run yourself into the ground
go the extra mile (when excessive)
work yourself to death
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →