practical involvement
[PRAK-ti-kəl in-VOLV-mənt]
noun phrasepl: practical involvements
envolvimento prático
1. Active participation in a hands-on manner; direct engagement in concrete activities or real-world situations rather than theoretical or abstract involvement
The internship requires practical involvement in all phases of the project.
O estágio requer envolvimento prático em todas as fases do projeto.
2. The state of being actively engaged in implementing, executing, or participating in actual work or activities
Her practical involvement in the community program made a real difference.
Seu envolvimento prático no programa comunitário fez uma diferença real.
3. Direct hands-on participation as opposed to supervisory or advisory roles
We need more practical involvement from management, not just oversight.
Precisamos de mais envolvimento prático da administração, não apenas supervisão.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'practical involvement' is highly valued in educational and professional settings. In Brazil, it reflects the cultural emphasis on 'jogo de cintura' (adaptability through experience). In the USA, it aligns with pragmatism and the 'learning by doing' philosophy. Companies and universities in both countries increasingly highlight practical involvement as a key differentiator in their programs.
NYC Slang
hands-on involvement, getting your hands dirty
Related Idioms & Phrases
get your hands dirty (practical involvement)
roll up your sleeves (practical involvement)
walk the talk (practical involvement)
put theory into practice
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