personal task
[/ˈpɜːrsənəl tæsk/]
nounpl: personal tasks
tarefa pessoal
1. A job, duty, or piece of work that is assigned to or undertaken by an individual for their own benefit or responsibility
I need to complete some personal tasks before the meeting.
Preciso completar algumas tarefas pessoais antes da reunião.
2. An errand or chore that relates to one's private matters rather than work or professional obligations
Running personal tasks like grocery shopping took up most of my afternoon.
Executar tarefas pessoais como fazer compras levou a maior parte da minha tarde.
3. A responsibility or objective that is meaningful to an individual on a personal level
Writing a novel is one of my personal tasks for this year.
Escrever um romance é uma de minhas tarefas pessoais para este ano.
In Brazil, the concept of 'tarefa pessoal' is commonly discussed in workplace settings, especially regarding work-life balance and the right to attend to personal matters during work hours. In the United States, 'personal tasks' are often managed through time management and to-do list applications. Both cultures recognize the importance of personal time, though professional norms around when and how these tasks are handled may vary.
NYC Slang
personal biz / my thing
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