started work
[/ˈstɑːrtɪd wɜːrk/]
verb phrase
começou a trabalhar
1. began employment or a job; commenced working on a task or project
She started work at the new company last Monday.
Ela começou a trabalhar na nova empresa na segunda-feira passada.
2. initiated the process of performing labor or professional duties
He started work on the renovation project early this morning.
Ele começou a trabalhar na reforma do projeto cedo esta manhã.
3. arrived at a workplace to begin a shift or workday
The team started work at 8 AM sharp.
O time começou a trabalhar às 8 da manhã em ponto.
In Brazilian business culture, punctuality regarding 'starting work' is highly valued in formal sectors, though there is often more flexibility in smaller companies. The phrase is commonly used when discussing new job positions or beginning workdays. In American culture, 'starting work' typically refers to either beginning employment or commencing a workday, with emphasis on time management and productivity.
NYC Slang
clocked in, got to work, punched in
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