established conventions

[ɪˈstæblɪʃt kənˈvenʃənz]
noun phrase
convenções estabelecidas
1. widely accepted and long-standing rules, practices, or customs that are generally followed in society or a particular field
The established conventions of formal dining require specific placement of utensils.
As convenções estabelecidas do jantar formal exigem a colocação específica dos talheres.
2. traditional standards or norms that have been accepted and practiced over a long period of time
The author challenged the established conventions of the romance novel genre.
A autora desafiou as convenções estabelecidas do gênero de romance.
3. formal agreements or protocols that have become customary and binding within a particular domain
International trade follows established conventions agreed upon by member nations.
O comércio internacional segue as convenções estabelecidas acordadas pelos países membros.
In Brazilian culture, 'convenções estabelecidas' often relates to social hierarchies, family structures, and respect for elders, which are important values. In American culture, the term is frequently used in business, law, and academia where established conventions may be more rigidly defined. Breaking established conventions is often viewed differently across cultures—celebrated as innovation in the US but potentially seen as disrespectful in more traditional Brazilian contexts.
NYC Slang
the usual
Synonyms / Sinônimos
social normstraditional practicescustomary standardsaccepted protocolsstandard procedures
Antonyms / Antônimos
unconventional practicesinnovative approachesbreaking traditionsnonconformityrebellion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
convenções estabelecidas
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
convenções estabelecidas / convenções tradicionais
Both forms used interchangeably
São Paulo
convenções estabelecidas / normas convencionais
Formal business contexts prefer 'normas convencionais'
Portugal
convenções estabelecidas / convenções aceites
Portuguese variant uses 'aceites' instead of 'aceitas'

Related Words

conventioncustomtraditionnormprotocolpracticestandardetiquette

Related Idioms & Phrases

break with convention
go against the grain
follow suit
play by the rules
buck the trend
follow convention
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