passive skills
[ˈpæsɪv skɪlz]
nounpl: passive skills
habilidades passivas
1. Language abilities involving comprehension and reception of information without active production, primarily listening and reading
Students often develop passive skills before active skills when learning a new language.
Os alunos geralmente desenvolvem habilidades passivas antes das habilidades ativas ao aprender um novo idioma.
2. In video games and role-playing games, abilities that are automatically activated or do not require direct player input
The character's passive skills increased her defense by 20% without any action needed.
As habilidades passivas do personagem aumentaram sua defesa em 20% sem nenhuma ação necessária.
3. In professional contexts, competencies that support work performance indirectly, such as listening and observing
Good passive skills like active listening help managers understand their team's concerns.
Boas habilidades passivas, como escuta ativa, ajudam os gerentes a entender as preocupações de sua equipe.
In Brazil, the concept of 'passive skills' is increasingly important in English language teaching methodology, where communicative approaches emphasize balanced development of both receptive and productive skills. In gaming culture, both in Brazil and the US, passive skills are a fundamental game mechanic understood universally by players. The term reflects modern educational philosophy that values comprehensive skill development.
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