salário
1. a fixed regular payment made by an employer to an employee for work performed, typically paid monthly or annually
She receives a competitive salary for her position as a software engineer.
Ela recebe um salário competitivo por seu cargo de engenheira de software.
2. compensation for professional or skilled work, as opposed to hourly wages for manual labor
His annual salary increased by 10% after the promotion.
Seu salário anual aumentou 10% após a promoção.
In both Brazilian and American business cultures, salary discussions are formal and typically handled by HR departments. In Brazil, the 13th month salary (décimo terceiro) is mandatory by law and represents an additional month's payment given annually. In the USA, salary is often discussed in annual terms, while benefits and bonuses are separate negotiations.
NYC Slang
paycheck, bread, dough (informal)
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