Can make a well-structured proposal or presentation in a professional context and deal confidently with questions and objections
Professional persuasion
Vocabulary
proposta para discussão — proposal for discussion
A mereceu uma análise demorada.
The proposal for discussion earned careful analysis.objeção dos parceiros — objection of the partners
A obrigou a recuar na calendarização.
The objection of the partners forced a step back on the timetable.pôr os pontos nos is — to set the record straight
Na reunião, pôs os pontos nos is quanto aos prazos.
At the meeting, he set the record straight about the deadlines.espaço de manobra — room for manoeuvre
O orçamento deixa pouco para surpresas.
The budget leaves little room for manoeuvre for surprises.consenso possível — workable consensus
O mediador procurou o entre as partes.
The mediators sought the workable consensus between the parties.tom de entendimento — tone of mutual understanding
O da reunião evitou conflitos anunciados.
The tone of mutual understanding at the meeting averted anticipated conflicts.
Grammar
Register switching and modality for professional persuasion
Shifting register between directness and politeness and grading modality with verbs such as 'seria de esperar' and 'conviria' to manage professional face
- Seria de esperar que a equipa cumprisse os prazos combinados.
- Conviria rever a proposta antes da próxima reunião.
Cultural notes
Portuguese workplace rhetoric balances directness with formality; criticism is often wrapped in the conditional and in verbal courtesy. Meetings prize listening as much as arguing, and the chair's role is decisive.