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convenção

[kõ.vẽ.ˈsɐ̃w̃]
nounfemininepl: convenções
convention
1. A formal agreement or treaty between parties, especially between nations
The countries signed a convention on human rights.
Os países assinaram uma convenção sobre direitos humanos.
2. A large gathering or assembly of members of a political party, profession, or interest group
The political convention nominated the party's candidate.
A convenção política indicou o candidato do partido.
3. An accepted or established way of doing something; a social norm or custom
It is a convention to shake hands when meeting someone.
É uma convenção apertar a mão ao conhecer alguém.
4. An agreement between parties regarding mutual conduct
The convention between the two companies outlined their partnership terms.
A convenção entre as duas empresas delineou os termos da parceria.
Synonyms
acordotratadopactocostumetradiçãoassembleiareunião
Antonyms
originalidadeinovaçãoruptura

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
convenção
Standard usage for all meanings
Rio de Janeiro
convenção
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
convenção
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
convenção
Standard usage; pronunciation may be slightly different

Related Idioms & Phrases

quebrar a convenção
ir contra a convenção
de acordo com a convenção
por convenção social
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