personal tie
[/ˈpɜːrsənəl taɪ/]
nounpl: personal ties
vínculo pessoal
1. A close emotional or social connection between individuals based on personal relationship rather than formal or professional obligation
The personal ties between the two families go back generations.
Os vínculos pessoais entre as duas famílias remontam a gerações.
2. A bond or connection that influences decisions or actions on an individual level
Her personal ties to the community made her the perfect candidate for the role.
Seus vínculos pessoais com a comunidade a tornaram a candidata perfeita para o cargo.
3. In sociology, informal networks of relationships that connect people outside of formal institutional structures
Personal ties are often more influential than official channels in decision-making.
Os vínculos pessoais são frequentemente mais influentes que canais oficiais na tomada de decisões.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, personal ties are highly valued in business and social interactions. Brazil particularly emphasizes the importance of personal relationships ('jogo de cintura') in professional settings. In the USA, while personal ties matter, there is often a greater emphasis on formal institutional relationships. In Portugal, personal ties ('laços pessoais') are considered fundamental to social cohesion and community bonds.
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