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professional relationship

[/prəˈfɛʃənəl rɪˈleɪʃənʃɪp/]
nounfemininepl: professional relationships / relações profissionais
relação profissional
1. A formal connection or association between two or more people in a work or business context, based on mutual professional interests and responsibilities.
We maintain a strictly professional relationship with all our clients.
Mantemos uma relação profissional rigorosa com todos os nossos clientes.
2. The interaction and communication between colleagues, supervisors, or business associates in a workplace setting.
A good professional relationship is built on trust and respect.
Uma boa relação profissional é construída sobre confiança e respeito.
Synonyms
working relationshipbusiness relationshipprofessional associationcollegial relationship
Antonyms
personal relationshipintimate relationshipinformal relationship

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
relação profissional
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
relação profissional / relacionamento profissional
Both forms are widely used in business contexts
Portugal
relação profissional
Standard usage in Portuguese business environment

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep it professional
on a professional basis
separate work from personal life
maintain professional boundaries
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