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work ethic

[/wɜrk ˈɛθɪk/]
nounpl: work ethics
ética do trabalho
1. A set of values based on the moral importance of work and its inherent ability to enrich and fulfill one's life; dedication and commitment to hard work and diligence
His strong work ethic earned him a promotion within a year.
Sua forte ética do trabalho lhe rendeu uma promoção em um ano.
2. The belief that diligence and hard work are intrinsically virtuous or worthy of reward
The company values employees with a solid work ethic.
A empresa valoriza funcionários com uma sólida ética do trabalho.
Synonyms
work disciplinediligenceindustriousnessdedicationcommitmentconscientiousness
Antonyms
lazinessidlenessnegligenceapathyindolence

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ética do trabalho
Standard and widely used term throughout Brazil
São Paulo
ética do trabalho; dedicação ao trabalho
Common in business and corporate contexts
Portugal
ética de trabalho; senso de responsabilidade profissional
May also use 'profissionalismo' in formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

roll up one's sleeves
put one's nose to the grindstone
burn the midnight oil
give 110 percent
go the extra mile
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