tedious event
[ˈtiːdiəs ɪˈvɛnt]
noun phrasepl: tedious events / eventos tediosos
evento tedioso
1. An occasion or gathering that is dull, monotonous, and causes boredom or fatigue due to its lack of interest or excessive length
The conference was a tedious event that lasted for eight hours without any engaging speakers.
A conferência foi um evento tedioso que durou oito horas sem palestrantes envolventes.
2. A scheduled activity or happening that is characterized by slow progress and uninteresting content
Attending mandatory work meetings can feel like a tedious event.
Participar de reuniões obrigatórias de trabalho pode parecer um evento tedioso.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, the term reflects the value placed on entertainment and engagement. Brazilians often use more colorful colloquialisms like 'evento chato' in casual speech, while Americans might say 'a drag' or 'a snooze.' In corporate settings across both cultures, 'tedious event' typically refers to mandatory meetings or presentations that lack engagement, reflecting workplace frustrations universally.
NYC Slang
a real drag / a total snooze
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