specific tasks

[spɪˈsɪfɪk tæsks]
noun phrasepl: specific tasks
tarefas específicas
1. Clearly defined or particular jobs, assignments, or pieces of work that need to be completed
The manager assigned specific tasks to each team member for the project.
O gerente atribuiu tarefas específicas a cada membro da equipe para o projeto.
2. Concrete and well-defined objectives or work items with clear parameters and expectations
We need to focus on specific tasks rather than vague goals.
Precisamos nos focar em tarefas específicas em vez de objetivos vagos.
3. Particular duties assigned to fulfill certain requirements or responsibilities
Each employee has specific tasks outlined in their job description.
Cada funcionário tem tarefas específicas descritas em seu contrato de trabalho.
In Brazilian corporate culture, clearly defining 'tarefas específicas' is essential for productivity and accountability. American workplace culture similarly emphasizes specific task assignment to avoid miscommunication. The term is widely used in project management, HR documentation, and performance evaluations in both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
particular tasksdefined dutiesconcrete assignmentsspecific assignmentsdesignated work
Antonyms / Antônimos
vague tasksgeneral dutiesundefined workambiguous assignments

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tarefas específicas
Most common and standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
tarefas específicas / compromissos específicos
Both terms used interchangeably in professional contexts
São Paulo
tarefas específicas
Preferred in corporate and business environments
Portugal
tarefas específicas / tarefas concretas
Both forms used, with slight preference for 'tarefas concretas' in some contexts

Related Words

assignmentsresponsibilitiesobjectivesgoalsdutiesprojects

Related Idioms & Phrases

to assign specific tasks
to focus on specific tasks
to complete specific tasks
to define specific tasks
to prioritize specific tasks
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