elementary duties

[ɛlɪˈmɛntəri ˈduːtiz]
noun phrasepl: elementary duties
deveres elementares
1. Basic, fundamental, or primary obligations or responsibilities that are considered essential or rudimentary
The elementary duties of a citizen include paying taxes and following the law.
Os deveres elementares de um cidadão incluem pagar impostos e seguir a lei.
2. Simple, straightforward tasks or responsibilities that form the foundation of a role or position
Teaching students to read is one of the elementary duties of a primary school teacher.
Ensinar aos alunos a ler é um dos deveres elementares de um professor do ensino fundamental.
3. Basic moral or legal obligations that are universally recognized as necessary
Caring for one's children is considered an elementary duty of parenthood.
Cuidar dos filhos é considerado um dever elementar da paternidade.
In Brazil, 'deveres elementares' is commonly used in educational, legal, and civic contexts to discuss fundamental responsibilities of citizens, students, and professionals. It emphasizes the foundational nature of certain obligations within society.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
basic dutiesfundamental obligationsprimary responsibilitiesessential tasks
Antonyms / Antônimos
complex dutiesadvanced responsibilitiesoptional taskssecondary obligations

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
deveres elementares
Standard usage in formal and educational contexts
São Paulo
deveres elementares
Common in legal and administrative documents
Rio de Janeiro
deveres básicos
Alternative, more colloquial form
Portugal
deveres fundamentais
Preferred in Portuguese legal terminology

Related Words

dutyobligationresponsibilityelementaryfundamentalbasicessential

Related Idioms & Phrases

the bare minimum
ground zero responsibilities
back to basics
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