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vias informais

[ˈvi.ɐs ĩfɔɾˈmajs]
nounfemininepl: vias informais
informal channels
1. Non-official or unofficial methods, routes, or channels used to accomplish something outside formal procedures or structures
They resolved the dispute through informal channels rather than going to court.
Eles resolveram a disputa por vias informais em vez de recorrer ao tribunal.
2. Unofficial networks or pathways used for communication, business transactions, or social interactions
Information often spreads through informal channels in the organization.
A informação frequentemente se espalha por vias informais na organização.
NYC Slang
back channels
Synonyms
canais informaismeios informaiscaminhos não-oficiaismecanismos alternativos
Antonyms
vias formaiscanais oficiaisprocedimentos formais

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
vias informais
Standard usage in business and administrative contexts
São Paulo
vias informais
Common in corporate and legal discourse
Portugal
vias informais
Standard usage, similar to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

por vias informais
através de vias informais
via informal
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