unprofessional

[/ˌʌnprəˈfeʃənəl/]

adjective

pouco profissional

1. not meeting the standards expected in a particular profession; lacking professionalism

His unprofessional behavior during the meeting was unacceptable.

Seu comportamento pouco profissional durante a reunião foi inaceitável.

2. not appropriate or competent in a professional context

Arriving late without notification is unprofessional.

Chegar atrasado sem avisar é pouco profissional.

3. characterized by a lack of skill or expertise

The unprofessional quality of the work disappointed the client.

A qualidade pouco profissional do trabalho decepcionou o cliente.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

pouco profissional

most common usage

São Paulo

desprofissional

less common but used in formal contexts

Portugal

pouco profissional

standard usage, same as Brazil

Rio de Janeiro

amadorístico

alternative term emphasizing amateurish quality

conduct unbecoming a professional

fall short of professional standards

lack professional decorum

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