commandments
[kəˈmændmənts]
nounpl: commandments
mandamentos
1. divine or authoritative orders or rules that must be obeyed
The Ten Commandments are fundamental laws in Christian and Jewish traditions.
Os Dez Mandamentos são leis fundamentais nas tradições cristã e judaica.
2. strict orders or instructions that demand compliance
The boss issued commandments that all employees must follow without question.
O chefe emitiu mandamentos que todos os funcionários devem seguir sem questionar.
3. principles or rules of conduct prescribed by authority
The commandments of the organization were posted on every wall.
Os mandamentos da organização foram afixados em todas as paredes.
The term 'commandments' is most prominently used in religious contexts, particularly referring to the Ten Commandments in Christianity and Judaism. Both in the USA and Brazil, this word carries significant cultural and religious weight. It is also used metaphorically in business and organizational settings to describe strict rules or non-negotiable guidelines. In Portuguese-speaking countries, 'mandamentos' maintains the same religious and authoritative connotations.
Related Idioms & Phrases
the Ten Commandments (Os Dez Mandamentos)
keep/follow the commandments (seguir os mandamentos)
break a commandment (quebrar/violar um mandamento)
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