starting performance

[/ˈstɑːrtɪŋ pərˈfɔːrməns/]
nounpl: starting performances
desempenho inicial
1. The quality or level of functioning or operating during the initial stages of an activity, event, or operation
The car's starting performance in cold weather was excellent.
O desempenho inicial do carro em clima frio foi excelente.
2. In sports, the initial capabilities and execution displayed by a player or team at the beginning of a game, season, or competition
The team's starting performance in the first quarter determined the outcome of the match.
O desempenho inicial do time no primeiro quarto determinou o resultado da partida.
3. An actor's or performer's initial presentation or debut appearance in a production
Her starting performance in the Broadway musical received critical acclaim.
Seu desempenho inicial no musical da Broadway recebeu aclamação crítica.
In Brazilian and American contexts, 'starting performance' is frequently used in automotive, sports, and entertainment industries. In Brazil, it's particularly common in sports journalism and technical documentation. The phrase emphasizes the importance of first impressions and initial execution quality, reflecting both competitive and industrial values in both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
initial performanceopening performancefirst performancedebutcommencement performance
Antonyms / Antônimos
final performanceclosing performanceending performance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
desempenho inicial
Most common translation used across Brazil
São Paulo
performance de saída
More technical usage in business and engineering contexts
Rio de Janeiro
desempenho de início
Colloquial variation in sports commentary
Portugal
desempenho inicial
Standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Words

performancestartupinitiallaunchdebutfirst impression

Related Idioms & Phrases

off to a good start
hit the ground running
start on the right foot
make a strong opening
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