personal workstation

[/ˈpɜːrsənəl ˈwɜːrksteɪʃən/]
nounpl: personal workstations
estação de trabalho pessoal
1. A dedicated computer setup designed for individual use, typically consisting of a desktop computer, monitor, keyboard, and mouse, used for professional or personal work
Each employee has their own personal workstation equipped with the latest software.
Cada funcionário tem sua própria estação de trabalho pessoal equipada com o software mais recente.
2. A high-performance computer designed for demanding tasks such as CAD, video editing, or 3D rendering, used by a single user
The graphic designer's personal workstation includes dual monitors and a powerful graphics card.
A estação de trabalho pessoal do designer gráfico inclui dois monitores e uma placa gráfica poderosa.
3. An individual's dedicated workspace that includes desk space and computer equipment for daily work activities
She organized her personal workstation to maximize productivity and minimize distractions.
Ela organizou sua estação de trabalho pessoal para maximizar a produtividade e minimizar distrações.
In Brazilian corporate culture, personal workstations have become increasingly important with the rise of hybrid and remote work models. The term reflects a shift toward individual productivity spaces rather than open-plan office environments. In the USA, the concept is deeply embedded in office design philosophy, with ergonomics and personalization being key considerations for employee well-being and productivity.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
desktop computerworkstationcomputer workstationindividual workstationpersonal computerdesk setup
Antonyms / Antônimos
shared workstationcommon computerpublic terminalshared desktop

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estação de trabalho pessoal
Standard formal term used in corporate and technical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
estação de trabalho pessoal / computador pessoal
Both terms are commonly used; 'computador pessoal' is more colloquial
São Paulo
estação de trabalho pessoal / workstation
The English term 'workstation' is frequently used in tech-savvy corporate environments
Portugal
estação de trabalho pessoal / posto de trabalho individual
'Posto de trabalho individual' is also commonly used in Portuguese Portuguese

Related Words

ergonomic deskmonitorkeyboardmouseCPUperipheralsoffice workspacehome office

Related Idioms & Phrases

set up one's workstation
customize one's workspace
maintain one's workstation
upgrade one's workstation
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