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accepted conventions

[ækˈsɛptɪd kənˈvɛnʃənz]
noun phrase
convenções aceitas
1. Widely recognized and agreed-upon standards, practices, or rules that are customarily followed in a particular society, profession, or context
In academic writing, accepted conventions require proper citation of sources.
Na escrita acadêmica, as convenções aceitas exigem a citação adequada das fontes.
2. Social norms or behavioral standards that are generally acknowledged and practiced
Shaking hands is one of the accepted conventions when meeting someone formally.
Apertar as mãos é uma das convenções aceitas ao conhecer alguém formalmente.
Synonyms
established normsstandard practicescustomary rulessocial normsconventionsaccepted practices
Antonyms
unconventional practicesrejected normsnonconformist behaviortaboos

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
convenções aceitas
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
convenções aceitas
Standard usage, commonly used in formal and business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
convenções aceitas
Standard usage in both formal and informal contexts
Portugal
convenções aceites
Portuguese European variant uses 'aceites' instead of 'aceitas'

Related Idioms & Phrases

break with convention
go against the grain
follow suit
play by the rules
toe the line
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