right fit

[/raɪt fɪt/]
nounpl: right fits
encaixe perfeito
1. A person or thing that is perfectly suited or appropriate for a particular situation, role, or purpose
She is the right fit for this leadership position.
Ela é o encaixe perfeito para essa posição de liderança.
2. A compatible match between two or more elements, expectations, and reality
This apartment is not the right fit for our family's needs.
Este apartamento não é o encaixe certo para as necessidades da nossa família.
3. Proper alignment or agreement between components, values, or objectives
Finding the right fit between employer and employee is crucial for success.
Encontrar o encaixe certo entre empregador e funcionário é crucial para o sucesso.
This phrase is commonly used in North American business culture, particularly in HR and recruitment contexts, to describe ideal candidate-employer matches. In Brazil, the concept is equally important but may be expressed more colloquially as 'o encaixe' in casual conversation. The term reflects modern workplace values emphasizing compatibility beyond just qualifications.
NYC Slang
the right vibe
Synonyms / Sinônimos
perfect matchideal candidategood fitsuitable matchproper alignment
Antonyms / Antônimos
wrong fitpoor fitmismatchbad fitunsuitable match

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
encaixe perfeito
Most common translation used in business and personal contexts
General Brazilian
ajuste certo
Alternative used more frequently in technical or practical contexts
Portugal
adequação perfeita
More formal Portuguese alternative
General
combinação ideal
Used when emphasizing the harmony between elements

Related Words

compatibilityalignmentsuitabilitymatchfit

Related Idioms & Phrases

a square peg in a round hole (opposite meaning)
made for each other
like a glove
match made in heaven
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