sequential flow

[/səˈkwɛnʃəl floʊ/]
nounpl: sequential flows
fluxo sequencial
1. A process or movement that occurs in a specific order, where each step follows logically after the previous one
The sequential flow of the assembly line ensures each component is added in the correct order.
O fluxo sequencial da linha de montagem garante que cada componente seja adicionado na ordem correta.
2. In programming and algorithms, the execution of instructions one after another in a predetermined sequence
The sequential flow of the code ensures that variables are initialized before they are used.
O fluxo sequencial do código garante que as variáveis sejam inicializadas antes de serem usadas.
3. In narrative or storytelling, the progression of events in chronological or logical order
The sequential flow of the plot helps readers understand the cause and effect of each action.
O fluxo sequencial da trama ajuda os leitores a entenderem a causa e efeito de cada ação.
In Brazilian business and technology sectors, 'fluxo sequencial' is a standard technical term commonly used in Six Sigma, Lean methodologies, and software development documentation. Understanding sequential flow is fundamental to process optimization culture in modern Brazilian industries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
sequential processlinear progressionstep-by-step progressionordered sequencechronological flow
Antonyms / Antônimos
parallel flowconcurrent flowsimultaneous processrandom flowchaotic flow

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fluxo sequencial
Standard technical term used in computing, engineering, and project management contexts
Rio de Janeiro
fluxo sequencial
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese; no significant regional variation
São Paulo
fluxo sequencial
Preferred term in business and technology sectors; sometimes 'sequência de fluxo' in casual contexts
Portugal
fluxo sequencial
Identical to Brazilian Portuguese; used in technical documentation and business contexts

Related Words

flowchartworkflowprocess flowalgorithmiterationlogic flowdata flow

Related Idioms & Phrases

go with the flow
step by step
one thing after another
in sequence
follow suit
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