personal dedication

[/ˈpɜrsənəl ˌdɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: personal dedications / dedicações pessoais
dedicação pessoal
1. The act of devoting oneself with commitment and effort to a particular task, goal, or person
Her personal dedication to the project was evident in the excellent results.
Sua dedicação pessoal ao projeto era evidente nos excelentes resultados.
2. A statement expressing commitment or a tribute made by someone to another person or cause
The athlete made a personal dedication of his victory to his late grandfather.
O atleta fez uma dedicação pessoal de sua vitória ao seu falecido avô.
3. The inscription in a book or work acknowledging a person to whom it is devoted
The personal dedication in the book was written to the author's mentor.
A dedicação pessoal no livro foi escrita para o mentor do autor.
In Brazilian culture, personal dedication is highly valued in both professional and personal spheres. It is often viewed as a sign of character and respect. In academic and sports contexts, public acknowledgment of one's dedication or making dedications to mentors and family is a common practice. In Portugal, the concept emphasizes a more formal, almost sacred commitment to one's work or mission.
NYC Slang
all-in / going hard / putting in the work
Synonyms / Sinônimos
commitmentdevotionallegiancezealdeterminationperseverancetribute
Antonyms / Antônimos
indifferenceapathyneglectdisinteresthalfheartedness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
dedicação pessoal
Standard usage throughout Brazil; commonly used in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
dedicação pessoal / entrega pessoal
Both terms used; 'entrega' emphasizes the act of giving oneself
São Paulo
dedicação pessoal / comprometimento pessoal
Corporate and professional environments often use 'comprometimento'
Portugal
dedicação pessoal / consagração pessoal
'Consagração' is more commonly used in literary and formal contexts

Related Words

commitmentdevotioneffortperseverancetributeinscriptionpledge

Related Idioms & Phrases

heart and soul
give it your all
wear your heart on your sleeve
go the extra mile
from the bottom of one's heart
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