A burocracia
Example: A burocracia muitas vezes atrasa a aprovação de projetos importantes.
Definition
"A burocracia" refers to the complex system of administration and procedures within organizations or governments, characterized by strict rules and hierarchical structure. It often causes delays, as in the example phrase where it slows down the approval of important projects.
Etymology
The word "a burocracia" comes from the French 'bureaucratie,' which combines 'bureau' (office) and the Greek suffix '-kratia' (power or rule). Did you know? The term originally described the rule of office officials, highlighting how office work could become a form of control.
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