promotions

[/prəˈmoʊʃənz/]
nounfemininepl: promotions
promoções
1. Advancement to a higher position or rank, typically in a job or career
She received two promotions in the last three years.
Ela recebeu duas promoções nos últimos três anos.
2. Marketing activities designed to increase sales or awareness of a product or service
The store is running several promotions this week.
A loja está executando várias promoções esta semana.
3. Special discounts or offers given to customers to encourage purchasing
Black Friday promotions attract millions of shoppers.
As promoções da Black Friday atraem milhões de compradores.
4. The act of promoting or publicizing something
The band's promotions for their new album began last month.
As promoções da banda para o novo álbum começaram mês passado.
In Brazil, 'promoções' is widely used in retail and e-commerce contexts, especially during seasonal events like Black Friday, which has become increasingly popular. Job promotions ('promoções no trabalho') are also significant cultural markers of career success. In the USA, promotions are often tied to performance metrics and merit-based advancement systems in corporate environments.
NYC Slang
deals, specials, or 'promo'
Synonyms / Sinônimos
advancementsraisescampaignsoffersspecialsdiscounts
Antonyms / Antônimos
demotionsfull priceprice increases

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
promoções
Most common term used in both formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
promoções
Standard usage in business and retail environments
Rio de Janeiro
promoções
Used commonly in commerce and marketing sectors
Portugal
promoções
Identical usage; also used for job advancement and marketing campaigns

Related Words

promotepromotionaladvertisementmarketingsalediscountcareer advancement

Related Idioms & Phrases

promotional campaign
limited-time promotion
earn a promotion
up for promotion
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