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tactics

[/ˈtæktɪks/]
nounpl: tactics (plural form; singular: tactic)
táticas
1. Planned methods or procedures used to accomplish a specific goal, especially in military, sports, or competitive contexts
The team's defensive tactics were very effective during the match.
As táticas defensivas do time foram muito eficazes durante a partida.
2. Skillful maneuvering or strategy to achieve an objective
She used clever tactics to negotiate a better deal.
Ela usou táticas inteligentes para negociar um acordo melhor.
3. The art or science of arranging and maneuvering military forces in combat
Military tactics have evolved significantly with modern technology.
As táticas militares evoluíram significativamente com a tecnologia moderna.
NYC Slang
game plan, moves, play
Synonyms
strategyapproachmethodproceduretechniquemaneuver
Antonyms
chanceluckspontaneity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
táticas
standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
táticas
common in business and sports contexts
Portugal
táticas
standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

divide and conquer tactics
scare tactics
delaying tactics
shock tactics
play the long game (tactics)
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