reliable unit

[rɪˈlaɪəbəl ˈjuːnɪt]
nounpl: reliable units
unidade confiável
1. A machine, device, system, or team member that consistently performs its function without failure and can be depended upon
This server has proven to be a reliable unit in our data center.
Este servidor se mostrou uma unidade confiável em nosso data center.
2. In military or organizational context, a group or division known for consistent performance and dependability
The 5th Squadron is considered the most reliable unit in the regiment.
O 5º Esquadrão é considerado a unidade mais confiável do regimento.
3. Equipment or component that has a proven track record of stability and low failure rates
We replaced our old machinery with reliable units that require minimal maintenance.
Substituímos nossa maquinaria antiga por unidades confiáveis que requerem manutenção mínima.
In Brazilian industrial and military contexts, 'unidade confiável' is commonly used to describe both equipment and personnel. The term reflects an emphasis on dependability and consistent performance, values important in engineering, manufacturing, and organizational management in Brazil.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
dependable unittrustworthy unitstable unitconsistent unitproven unit
Antonyms / Antônimos
unreliable unitfaulty unitdefective unitunstable unit

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
unidade confiável
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
unidade de confiança
Alternative phrasing sometimes used in business contexts
Portugal
unidade fiável
Portuguese uses 'fiável' instead of 'confiável'

Related Words

reliabilitydependabilityperformancemaintenanceuptimefailure rate

Related Idioms & Phrases

a reliable unit of work
put together a reliable unit
deploy reliable units
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