recommendation letter
[ˌrekəˈmenˈdeɪʃən ˈletər]
nounpl: recommendation letters
carta de recomendação
1. A formal written document from a person of authority or expertise that endorses the character, abilities, or qualifications of another person, typically for employment, academic, or professional purposes
She requested a recommendation letter from her professor to apply for graduate school.
Ela pediu uma carta de recomendação de seu professor para candidatar-se à pós-graduação.
2. A letter that testifies to someone's competence, reliability, or suitability for a position or program
The job applicant submitted three recommendation letters with his resume.
O candidato a emprego enviou três cartas de recomendação com seu currículo.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, recommendation letters are crucial for academic and professional advancement. In Brazil, they are particularly important for graduate school admissions and prestigious job applications. In the USA, they are standard requirements for college and university admissions, and are often submitted through formal systems like Common App or institutional portals. The tradition of seeking endorsements from authority figures reflects both cultures' emphasis on professional networks and institutional credibility.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to write someone a recommendation letter
to request a recommendation letter
a strong recommendation letter
a glowing recommendation letter
to submit recommendation letters with an application
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