turno intermediário
1. A work shift that typically runs in the afternoon or evening, usually between the day shift and night shift, commonly from 3 PM to 11 PM or 4 PM to midnight
She works the swing shift at the hospital, covering the busiest evening hours.
Ela trabalha no turno intermediário do hospital, cobrindo as horas mais movimentadas da noite.
2. The period of time during which this shift occurs
The swing shift allows workers to attend morning appointments or classes.
O turno intermediário permite que os trabalhadores compareçam a compromissos ou aulas matinais.
The swing shift is a standard work arrangement in many industries across both the USA and Brazil, particularly in healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and customer service. In Brazil, it's increasingly common in call centers and 24-hour service sectors. The term reflects the need for continuous business operations and represents a compromise for workers who want neither early morning nor late night hours.
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