prolonged leave
[/prəˈlɔːŋd liːv/]
nounpl: prolonged leaves
licença prolongada
1. An extended period of absence from work or duty granted to an employee or professional
She requested a prolonged leave to care for her ailing mother.
Ela solicitou uma licença prolongada para cuidar de sua mãe doente.
2. A lengthy authorized vacation or time off from regular responsibilities
The employee took a prolonged leave of six months for sabbatical purposes.
O funcionário tirou uma licença prolongada de seis meses para fins de sabático.
3. An extended break from military, academic, or institutional duties
The soldier was granted prolonged leave after completing his tour of duty.
O soldado recebeu uma licença prolongada após completar seu período de serviço.
In Brazil, prolonged leave is a significant matter in labor law and corporate culture. The concept is protected under Brazilian labor legislation, which allows for various types of extended leave including medical leave, family care leave, and sabbatical leave. In the USA, prolonged leave is less formalized but is commonly negotiated in employment contracts, particularly in academic and corporate sectors. The term carries different implications depending on context: in some cultures it suggests a serious reason (medical, family), while in others (like academic settings) it may refer to sabbaticals for research and professional development.
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