plain task

[/pleɪn tæsk/]
noun phrasepl: plain tasks
tarefa simples
1. A straightforward, uncomplicated job or assignment that requires minimal effort or skill
Organizing the files was a plain task that didn't require much thought.
Organizar os arquivos foi uma tarefa simples que não exigiu muito pensamento.
2. A basic or ordinary duty without special requirements or complications
Cleaning the office is a plain task anyone can do.
Limpar o escritório é uma tarefa simples que qualquer pessoa pode fazer.
This phrase is commonly used in professional and educational contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese to describe work that does not require special expertise or effort. In Brazilian workplaces, 'tarefa simples' is often used to distinguish routine administrative work from more specialized projects.
NYC Slang
piece of cake, walk in the park, no sweat
Synonyms / Sinônimos
simple taskeasy taskstraightforward taskbasic taskroutine task
Antonyms / Antônimos
complex taskdifficult taskchallenging taskcomplicated task

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tarefa simples
Most common and widely understood translation
São Paulo
tarefa fácil
Alternative with emphasis on ease
Rio de Janeiro
tarefa moleza
More colloquial, informal usage
Portugal
tarefa simples
Same as Brazilian, standard usage

Related Words

choreassignmentdutyworkjobresponsibility

Related Idioms & Phrases

a piece of cake
a walk in the park
as easy as pie
child's play
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