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elementary rule

[/ˌɛlɪˈmɛntəri ruːl/]
nounpl: elementary rules
regra elementar
1. A basic, fundamental rule that forms the foundation of a system, subject, or discipline
One of the elementary rules of mathematics is that you must follow the order of operations.
Uma das regras elementares da matemática é que você deve seguir a ordem das operações.
2. A simple principle or guideline that is taught at the beginning level of instruction
The elementary rules of grammar include subject-verb agreement.
As regras elementares da gramática incluem a concordância entre sujeito e verbo.
Synonyms
basic rulefundamental ruleprimary rulesimple rule
Antonyms
advanced rulecomplex rulesophisticated rule

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
regra elementar
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
regra elementar
Standard usage in European Portuguese
General Brazilian
regra básica
Alternative, slightly more informal variant

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow the rules
break the rules
go by the book
the golden rule
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