poorly qualified workers

[ˈpɔːrli ˈkwɒlɪfaɪd ˈwɜːrkərz]
noun phrasepl: N/A (plural noun)
trabalhadores mal qualificados
1. Workers who lack the necessary skills, education, training, or credentials required for their job positions
The company struggled with productivity due to poorly qualified workers in the manufacturing department.
A empresa enfrentou problemas de produtividade devido aos trabalhadores mal qualificados no departamento de fabricação.
2. Employees who have insufficient professional development or educational background for their roles
Poorly qualified workers often require extensive on-the-job training and supervision.
Trabalhadores mal qualificados frequentemente requerem treinamento extensivo no trabalho e supervisão.
In Brazil, the phrase 'trabalhadores mal qualificados' reflects concerns about workforce development and skills gaps in the labor market, particularly relevant in discussions about economic productivity and educational investment. In the US, this term is commonly used in policy discussions about job training programs and workforce development initiatives. The issue is often linked to economic inequality and access to education.
NYC Slang
underqualified crew / workers who don't have their game together
Synonyms / Sinônimos
unskilled workersinadequately trained employeeslow-skilled workersuntrained personnelunderqualified staff
Antonyms / Antônimos
highly qualified workersskilled professionalswell-trained employeescompetent staffexperienced personnel

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
trabalhadores mal qualificados
Most common and standard usage throughout Brazil
General Brazilian
mão de obra desqualificada
Common alternative phrase emphasizing lack of qualification
São Paulo
profissionais sem preparo
Regional variant commonly used in business contexts
Portugal
trabalhadores pouco qualificados
Portuguese European preference for 'pouco' instead of 'mal'

Related Words

skill gapjob trainingprofessional developmentworkforce qualitylabor marketemployment standards

Related Idioms & Phrases

a weak link in the chain
not up to the task
out of one's depth
below par
lacking the necessary chops
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