Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

plantão

noun
plahn-tahn
Definition
A shift or duty period, often used to refer to emergency services or hospital staff on call.
Examples
  • O médico está de plantão neste fim de semana.
  • Durante o plantão, os enfermeiros devem estar sempre prontos para atender aos pacientes.
Meaning
In the context of work, ‘plantão’ typically signifies a scheduled time when a worker is available to respond to urgent needs, particularly in fields such as healthcare or emergency services.
Synonyms
  • turno
  • escala
  • atendimento