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responsible work

[rɪˈspɒnsəbl wɜːrk]
noun phrasepl: responsible works
trabalho responsável
1. Work or employment that involves accountability, reliability, and the obligation to fulfill duties with care and diligence
She took on responsible work managing the department budget.
Ela assumiu um trabalho responsável gerenciando o orçamento do departamento.
2. Tasks or duties that require maturity, trustworthiness, and professional conduct
Caring for children is responsible work that demands attention and patience.
Cuidar de crianças é um trabalho responsável que exige atenção e paciência.
Synonyms
accountable workdutiful workreliable worktrustworthy employmentwork with accountability
Antonyms
irresponsible workcareless workunreliable employmentnegligent work

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
trabalho responsável
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
trabalho responsável / trabalho com responsabilidade
Common in business and corporate contexts
Portugal
trabalho responsável / trabalho com responsabilidade
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

take on responsible work
handle responsible work
entrust someone with responsible work
shoulder responsible work
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