solitary undertaking
[/ˈsɒlɪtəri ʌndərˈteɪkɪŋ/]
nounpl: solitary undertakings
empreendimento solitário
1. A task, project, or venture that is pursued independently by a single person without assistance or collaboration from others
Writing a novel was her solitary undertaking, completed over five years of dedicated work.
Escrever um romance foi seu empreendimento solitário, concluído após cinco anos de trabalho dedicado.
2. An endeavor that requires isolation or solitude to accomplish effectively
Meditation and self-reflection are solitary undertakings that many find therapeutic.
Meditação e autorreflexão são empreendimentos solitários que muitos acham terapêuticos.
In Brazilian culture, solitary undertakings are often viewed with respect, particularly in artistic and entrepreneurial contexts. The concept of 'jeitinho brasileiro' (Brazilian way) sometimes emphasizes collaborative solutions, making solitary undertakings a point of admiration. In the USA, the 'self-made' narrative glorifies solitary undertakings, especially in entrepreneurship and personal development discourse.
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