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appropriate conduct

[/əˈproʊpriət ˈkɒndʌkt/]
noun phrase
conduta apropriada
1. Behavior that is suitable, fitting, or proper for a given situation, context, or social environment
The teacher emphasized the importance of appropriate conduct in the classroom.
O professor enfatizou a importância da conduta apropriada na sala de aula.
2. Actions and demeanor that comply with established rules, standards, or social norms
Employees are expected to maintain appropriate conduct during business meetings.
Espera-se que os funcionários mantenham uma conduta apropriada durante as reuniões comerciais.
Synonyms
proper behaviorsuitable conductcorrect behaviorprofessional demeanorfitting behavior
Antonyms
inappropriate conductimproper behaviormisconductunsuitable behavior

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conduta apropriada
standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
conduta apropriada
formal and professional contexts
Portugal
conduta apropriada
standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

to be on one's best behavior
to keep one's nose clean
to follow the rules
to toe the line
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