apply rules

[/əˈplaɪ ˈruːlz/]
verb phrase
aplicar regras
1. to put rules or regulations into effect; to enforce or implement regulations
The teacher decided to apply rules consistently to all students.
A professora decidiu aplicar regras consistentemente para todos os alunos.
2. to use or follow a set of established guidelines or procedures
We must apply rules fairly in order to maintain order.
Devemos aplicar regras de forma justa para manter a ordem.
3. to administer or put into practice established standards or principles
The referee will apply rules according to the official handbook.
O árbitro aplicará as regras de acordo com o manual oficial.
In Brazilian culture, 'aplicar regras' is essential in professional, educational, and sports contexts. Fair application of rules is valued as a sign of justice and professionalism. In the USA, 'apply rules' is commonly used in corporate, legal, and educational settings, with emphasis on consistency and fairness.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
enforce rulesimplement rulesfollow rulesexecute rulesadminister rules
Antonyms / Antônimos
ignore rulesbreak rulesviolate rulesdisregard rules

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
aplicar regras
most common usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
aplicar as regras
with definite article, common in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
aplicar regras
used in business and institutional settings
Portugal
aplicar regras
identical usage; also 'fazer cumprir as regras' for enforcement emphasis

Related Words

regulationenforcementcomplianceprocedureguidelinestandard

Related Idioms & Phrases

apply rules with an iron fist (aplicar regras com mão de ferro)
apply rules to the letter (aplicar regras à risca)
apply rules evenly (aplicar regras uniformemente)
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