repetitive process
[rɪˈpɛtətɪv ˈprɑːsɛs]
nounpl: repetitive processes
processo repetitivo
1. A sequence of actions or operations that is performed multiple times in the same manner, often with little variation
Assembly line work involves a repetitive process that workers perform hundreds of times daily.
O trabalho em uma linha de montagem envolve um processo repetitivo que os trabalhadores realizam centenas de vezes diariamente.
2. In computing and programming, a cycle of operations that loops or iterates until a condition is met
The algorithm uses a repetitive process to sort the data in ascending order.
O algoritmo usa um processo repetitivo para classificar os dados em ordem crescente.
3. Any recurring task or cycle that lacks significant variation or creativity
Data entry is a tedious repetitive process that increases the risk of human error.
A entrada de dados é um processo repetitivo tedioso que aumenta o risco de erro humano.
In Brazil, the term 'processo repetitivo' is frequently used in labor discussions and manufacturing contexts, particularly when discussing worker welfare, ergonomic injuries (LER - Lesão por Esforço Repetitivo), and automation. In the USA, discussions around repetitive processes often emphasize productivity gains and automation benefits, while in Brazil, there's greater emphasis on worker health and fatigue management. The term has gained prominence in Portuguese tech communities as software development and automation become more central to the economy.
NYC Slang
the grind / same old same old
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