sufficient labor
[səˈfɪʃənt ˈleɪbər]
noun phrasepl: sufficient labor (uncountable) / multiple instances of sufficient labor
mão de obra suficiente
1. An adequate amount of workers or workforce required to complete a task or operate a business effectively
The construction project requires sufficient labor to meet the deadline.
O projeto de construção requer mão de obra suficiente para cumprir o prazo.
2. The availability of enough employees or workers with appropriate skills to fulfill operational needs
The factory struggled because it lacked sufficient labor during peak season.
A fábrica teve dificuldades porque não tinha mão de obra suficiente durante a época de pico.
In Brazil, discussions of 'mão de obra suficiente' are particularly relevant given seasonal labor demands in agriculture and construction. In the USA, this term is commonly used in HR, business planning, and economic discussions, especially in relation to labor market conditions and hiring challenges. The phrase reflects broader economic concerns about workforce availability and employer needs.
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