overscheduling

[/ˌoʊvərˈskɛdʒuːlɪŋ/]
noun
excesso de agendamentos
1. the act of scheduling too many activities, appointments, or commitments in a given period of time, leaving little free time or flexibility
The overscheduling of children's activities can lead to stress and burnout.
O excesso de agendamentos de atividades infantis pode levar ao estresse e esgotamento.
2. the condition or practice of having one's calendar or timetable filled beyond a reasonable or manageable capacity
Overscheduling is a common problem among busy professionals.
O excesso de agendamentos é um problema comum entre profissionais ocupados.
Overscheduling is a significant concern in both American and Brazilian cultures, particularly among children and professionals. In the US, it reflects concerns about parental pressure and childhood stress. In Brazil, similar concerns exist regarding work-life balance and the tendency to accept multiple commitments simultaneously.
NYC Slang
being slammed with back-to-back meetings/appointments
Synonyms / Sinônimos
overcommitmentoverbookingoverpackingexcessive scheduling
Antonyms / Antônimos
underschedulingfree timedowntime

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
excesso de agendamentos
most common translation in Brazilian Portuguese
General Brazilian
sobrecarga de compromissos
alternative expression emphasizing commitments rather than scheduling
Portugal
excesso de agendamentos
same usage as Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
sobrecarga de tarefas
alternative expression used in Portugal

Related Words

scheduleappointmentcommitmentburnouttime managementworkload

Related Idioms & Phrases

packed schedule
booked solid
spread too thin
too much on one's plate
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