personal attention
[/ˈpɜːrsənəl əˈtenʃən/]
noun phrase
atenção pessoal
1. individualized care or focus given directly to a person by another person, rather than being part of a group or receiving automated service
The hotel manager gave personal attention to each guest during their stay.
O gerente do hotel dedicou atenção pessoal a cada hóspede durante sua estadia.
2. direct, focused consideration or regard from someone in a position of authority or service
She appreciated the personal attention from her supervisor on her project.
Ela apreciou a atenção pessoal do seu supervisor sobre seu projeto.
3. individual acknowledgment or recognition given to someone
The CEO's personal attention to the new employee made them feel valued.
A atenção pessoal do CEO ao novo funcionário fez com que ele se sentisse valorizado.
In Brazilian culture, 'atenção pessoal' is highly valued in service industries and business relationships, reflecting the importance of personal connections in Brazilian society. Americans often expect this in luxury services, while it's considered a standard courtesy in Brazil. In Portugal, the term emphasizes individualized treatment as part of quality service standards.
NYC Slang
one-on-one; white-glove treatment
Related Idioms & Phrases
give someone personal attention
receive personal attention
demand personal attention
pay personal attention to someone
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