two-way relationship
[ˈtuː weɪ rɪˈleɪʃənʃɪp]
nounpl: two-way relationships
relacionamento de duas vias / relação mútua
1. A reciprocal relationship where both parties engage equally, communicate openly, and share mutual responsibility for its success
A healthy marriage requires a two-way relationship where both partners listen and support each other.
Um casamento saudável requer um relacionamento de duas vias onde ambos os parceiros se ouvem e se apoiam.
2. A connection or interaction involving mutual obligation, benefit, or communication flowing in both directions
Good customer service demands a two-way relationship between company and client.
Um bom atendimento ao cliente exige um relacionamento de duas vias entre empresa e cliente.
3. A partnership or arrangement where both sides have equal influence, participation, and say in decisions
The manager believes in building a two-way relationship with employees rather than top-down management.
O gerente acredita em construir um relacionamento de duas vias com os funcionários em vez de uma gestão de cima para baixo.
In Brazilian culture, family relationships (relações familiares) are often emphasized as ideally being 'two-way' with strong mutual support. In American business culture, the term reflects modern management philosophy favoring open communication and shared decision-making rather than authoritarian top-down structures. The concept has gained prominence in both cultures with increased emphasis on emotional intelligence and collaborative workplaces.
NYC Slang
mutual thing / give-and-take situation
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