undermanned team
[/ˌʌndərˈmænd tiːm/]
noun phrasepl: undermanned teams
equipe com falta de pessoal
1. A team that has fewer members or players than needed to function optimally or according to standard requirements
The undermanned team struggled to complete the project on time.
A equipe com falta de pessoal teve dificuldade em completar o projeto no prazo.
2. In sports, a team playing with fewer players than the opposing team or the regulation number
Playing with an undermanned team due to injuries, they still managed to win.
Jogando com uma equipe reduzida por lesões, ainda conseguiram vencer.
3. A group lacking sufficient workforce to execute tasks effectively
The undermanned team at the hospital was overwhelmed during the shift.
A equipe reduzida no hospital foi sobrecarregada durante o turno.
This term is commonly used in both American and Brazilian workplace and sports contexts. In Brazil, it's frequently heard in football (soccer) when teams face injuries or suspensions, and in corporate environments when discussing departmental challenges. In the USA, it's prevalent in military, healthcare, and business settings, often implying struggle and resilience despite adversity.
NYC Slang
short-handed crew or skeleton crew
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