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conventional style

[/kənˈvenʃənəl staɪl/]
nounpl: conventional styles
estilo convencional
1. A manner of expression, design, or behavior that follows established social norms, traditions, or widely accepted practices
The architect chose a conventional style for the building rather than experimenting with modern designs.
O arquiteto escolheu um estilo convencional para o edifício em vez de experimentar designs modernos.
2. An approach or method that adheres to traditional standards or customary approaches
She preferred a conventional style of teaching rather than experimental methods.
Ela preferia um estilo convencional de ensino em vez de métodos experimentais.
Synonyms
traditional styleorthodox stylestandard stylecustomary styleformal style
Antonyms
unconventional styleavant-garde styleexperimental styleinnovative stylenonconformist style

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estilo convencional
standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
estilo convencional
commonly used in formal and business contexts
Portugal
estilo convencional
standard usage, sometimes 'estilo tradicional' in certain contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

play by the rules
go by the book
stick to tradition
follow the beaten path
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