uncoordinated part

[ˌʌn.koʊˈɔːr.də.neɪ.tɪd pɑːrt]
noun phrasepl: uncoordinated parts
parte descoordinada
1. A component, element, or segment that lacks proper alignment, synchronization, or harmony with other parts of a system or structure
The uncoordinated parts of the machine caused it to malfunction.
As partes descoordinadas da máquina causaram seu mau funcionamento.
2. In anatomy or movement, a body part that does not move in proper synchronization with other parts
After the injury, his movements showed uncoordinated parts that affected his balance.
Após a lesão, seus movimentos mostravam partes descoordinadas que afetavam seu equilíbrio.
3. In organizational or project contexts, a department or team operating without proper integration with other units
The uncoordinated parts of the project led to delays and inefficiency.
As partes descoordinadas do projeto levaram a atrasos e ineficiência.
This technical term is widely used in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese in engineering, medicine, organizational management, and physical therapy contexts. In Brazil, it appears frequently in medical and sports terminology when describing motor control issues or organizational inefficiencies.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
disjointed componentmisaligned elementunaligned partasynchronous componentdisconnected segment
Antonyms / Antônimos
coordinated partsynchronized componentintegrated elementaligned sectionharmonized part

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
parte descoordinada
Standard usage in most Brazilian contexts
São Paulo
parte sem coordenação
Alternative phrasing commonly used in technical/business contexts
Portugal
parte descoordinada
European Portuguese uses same term with consistent usage

Related Words

coordinationsynchronizationalignmentintegrationcoherenceharmony

Related Idioms & Phrases

a loose cannon
out of sync
not playing ball
all over the place
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