faturamento; rotatividade; pastel folhado
1. The amount of money received by a business in a particular period, typically a year
The company's turnover increased by 15% this year.
O faturamento da empresa aumentou 15% este ano.
2. The rate at which employees leave a job and are replaced by new employees
High staff turnover is a problem in the hospitality industry.
A alta rotatividade de pessoal é um problema na indústria hoteleira.
3. A small pastry case with a sweet or savory filling, typically folded in half
She ordered an apple turnover with her coffee.
Ela pediu um pastel folhado de maçã com o café.
4. In sports, a loss of possession of the ball or puck
The quarterback threw an interception, resulting in a turnover.
O quarterback lançou uma interceptação, resultando em uma perda de posse.
In Brazilian business culture, 'turnover' (or 'faturamento') is a key performance indicator closely monitored by companies and investors. Employee turnover ('rotatividade') is a significant concern in Brazil's competitive labor market, particularly in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro's business districts. The pastry meaning is less common in Portuguese-speaking countries compared to English-speaking ones.
NYC Slang
turnover can refer to a quick profit or 'flip' in real estate or commerce, as in 'a fast turnover'
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