unionized workers

[ˈjuːnjənˌaɪzd ˈwɜːrkərz]
nounpl: unionized workers
trabalhadores sindicalizados
1. Workers who are members of a labor union and are collectively represented in negotiations with employers regarding wages, benefits, and working conditions
The unionized workers at the factory negotiated a new contract that increased their wages by 5%.
Os trabalhadores sindicalizados da fábrica negociaram um novo contrato que aumentou seus salários em 5%.
2. Employees organized under a labor union to protect their rights and improve their working conditions through collective bargaining
Unionized workers have stronger job security and better benefits than non-unionized employees.
Os trabalhadores sindicalizados têm maior segurança no emprego e melhores benefícios do que os funcionários não sindicalizados.
In Brazil, unionized workers (trabalhadores sindicalizados) play a significant role in labor movements and have historically been central to worker activism. Union membership is common in industrial sectors, public sector employment, and transportation. In the USA, unionized workers have strong cultural significance in northeastern industrial states and among blue-collar workers. The concept carries political weight in both countries, with unions advocating for worker protections and better working conditions.
NYC Slang
union guys/gals, card-carrying members
Synonyms / Sinônimos
union membersunionized employeesorganized workersunion workers
Antonyms / Antônimos
non-unionized workersindependent workersunaffiliated workersfreelance workers

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
trabalhadores sindicalizados
Most common and formal usage across Brazil
São Paulo
operários sindicalizados
More commonly used for industrial workers; reflects strong union tradition
Rio de Janeiro
trabalhadores filiados ao sindicato
Emphasizes membership aspect; frequently used in labor discussions
Portugal
trabalhadores sindicalizados
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; labor unions called 'sindicatos'

Related Words

labor unioncollective bargainingstrikelabor rightsworker representationunion dues

Related Idioms & Phrases

walking the picket line
collective bargaining
labor dispute
grievance procedure
union contract
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