How to Say ‘It is close-knit and human.’ in Portuguese
É próximo e humano.
eh PROH-see-moo ee oo-MAH-noo
[eh PROH-see-moo ee oo-MAH-noo]
🇵🇹 In Portugal: [humano] in company talk usually means people are treated in a warm, personal way, not just [human] in the basic literal sense. It suggests approachability and empathy in the workplace.
Phrase Breakdown
É próximo
eh PROH-see-moo
It is close / approachable
Used to describe a person, team, or style as friendly and accessible.
O chefe é muito próximo.
The boss is very approachable.
Words in this phrase
É
[eh]
is
Verb used to describe the character of the company environment.
É importante saber se o ambiente é saudável.
It is important to know whether the environment is healthy.
próximo
[PROH-see-moo]
close; approachable
Shows that the company feels accessible and warm in how people relate to each other.
Um líder próximo cria confiança na equipa.
An approachable leader creates trust in the team.
E humano
ee oo-MAH-noo
And human
Describes an atmosphere or way of dealing with people as caring, respectful, and personal.
É um ambiente mais humano.
It is a more human environment.
Words in this phrase
e
[ee]
and
Connects two adjectives that describe the same thing.
Próximo e transparente é o tipo de cultura que procuro.
Approachable and transparent is the kind of culture I am looking for.
humano
[oo-MAH-noo]
human; humane
Suggests empathy and genuine care in the workplace.
Um ambiente humano ajuda as pessoas a sentirem-se valorizadas.
A humane environment helps people feel valued.
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