conventional gift
[kən-ˈven-shə-nəl ɡɪft]
nounpl: conventional gifts
presente convencional
1. A gift that follows traditional, socially accepted norms and expectations for a particular occasion or relationship
For a wedding, flowers and china are conventional gifts.
Para um casamento, flores e porcelana são presentes convencionais.
2. A gift that is typical or customary rather than unique or personalized
She wanted something more creative than a conventional gift for her best friend.
Ela queria algo mais criativo do que um presente convencional para sua melhor amiga.
3. A gift that adheres to established social customs and etiquette
A conventional gift for a baby shower might be baby clothes or toys.
Um presente convencional para um chá de bebê pode ser roupas ou brinquedos de bebê.
In Brazilian culture, conventional gifts vary by occasion and region. For birthdays, money or gift cards are increasingly conventional, while weddings traditionally call for items from the couple's registry. In the USA, conventional gifts reflect individual preferences more than in some other cultures, though certain occasions (weddings, baby showers) have well-established conventions. The term 'conventional gift' often carries a neutral or slightly dismissive tone, suggesting predictability rather than thoughtfulness.
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