receive coaching

[rɪˈsiːv ˈkoʊtʃɪŋ]
verb phrase
receber orientação/treinamento
1. To get instruction, guidance, or training from a coach or mentor in a specific skill, sport, or activity
The athlete is receiving coaching from a renowned sports specialist.
O atleta está recebendo orientação de um especialista em esportes renomado.
2. To obtain professional advice or instruction in professional or personal development
She decided to receive coaching to improve her leadership skills.
Ela decidiu receber coaching para melhorar suas habilidades de liderança.
3. To undergo formal training sessions with an experienced instructor
The team will receive coaching twice a week to prepare for the championship.
O time receberá treinamento duas vezes por semana para se preparar para o campeonato.
In Brazil, 'coaching' has become increasingly popular in corporate and personal development contexts, especially in São Paulo's business sector. In traditional sports settings, 'treinamento' or 'orientação' are more commonly used. In the USA, 'coaching' extends beyond sports to include life coaching, executive coaching, and performance coaching.
NYC Slang
gettin' schooled, gettin' trained up
Synonyms / Sinônimos
get trainedundergo instructiontake lessonsbe mentoredget guidance
Antonyms / Antônimos
avoid instructionself-teachteach others

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
receber coaching/orientação/treinamento
Most common usage; 'coaching' is increasingly used in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
receber orientação/treino
More informal; 'treino' commonly used in sports
São Paulo
receber coaching/mentoria
Business and corporate environments frequently use 'coaching' and 'mentoria'
Portugal
receber orientação/treino/coaching
'Coaching' gaining popularity in professional development; 'treino' for sports

Related Words

coachtrainingmentoringinstructionguidancedevelopment

Related Idioms & Phrases

receive one-on-one coaching
receive intensive coaching
receive expert coaching
under the coaching of
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