current customs
[ˈkɜːrənt ˈkʌstəmz]
noun phrase
costumes atuais; práticas atuais; usos contemporâneos
1. The social practices, traditions, and behavioral norms that are presently accepted and followed in a society or community
Current customs in many Western countries include handshakes as greetings.
Os costumes atuais em muitos países ocidentais incluem apertos de mão como cumprimentos.
2. Modern or contemporary ways of doing things that reflect present-day standards and expectations
According to current customs, it is polite to silence your phone during meetings.
De acordo com os costumes atuais, é educado desligar seu telefone durante reuniões.
This phrase is used in both American and Brazilian contexts to refer to socially acceptable behaviors and traditions of the present moment. In Brazil, understanding current customs is important for social integration and business etiquette. The concept reflects how societies continuously evolve their behavioral standards while maintaining cultural identity.
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