task relationship

[tæsk rɪˈleɪʃənʃɪp]
nounpl: task relationships
relação de tarefas
1. The connection or dependency between two or more tasks in a project or workflow, determining how tasks relate to and affect each other
The task relationship between the design phase and development phase shows that design must be completed before development can begin.
A relação de tarefas entre a fase de design e a fase de desenvolvimento mostra que o design deve ser concluído antes do desenvolvimento começar.
2. In project management, the logical link that defines the sequence and interdependencies of tasks
Understanding task relationships is crucial for creating an accurate project timeline.
Compreender as relações de tarefas é crucial para criar um cronograma de projeto preciso.
3. The method by which one task's completion or status affects the scheduling or execution of another task
The task relationship shows that Task B cannot start until Task A is finished.
A relação de tarefas mostra que a Tarefa B não pode começar até que a Tarefa A seja concluída.
This term is predominantly used in professional and technical contexts, particularly in project management, software development, and organizational workflows. It reflects modern business practices emphasizing structured planning and task coordination. The concept is equally understood in both Brazilian and American business environments, though Portuguese speakers may sometimes prefer 'dependência de tarefas' (task dependency) as an alternative.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
task dependencytask linktask connectiontask sequencetask interdependency
Antonyms / Antônimos
task independenceparallel tasksindependent task

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
relação de tarefas
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese, especially in project management contexts
São Paulo
relação de tarefas / vinculação de tarefas
Both terms used in business and technology sectors
Portugal
relação entre tarefas / dependência de tarefas
Portuguese variant, often uses 'dependência' more frequently
General English (USA)
task relationship
Standard terminology in American project management and software development

Related Words

dependencyworkflowproject managementGantt chartcritical pathprecedencetask scheduling

Related Idioms & Phrases

chain of tasks
dependent tasks
task in sequence
predecessor and successor tasks
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