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general track

[/ˈdʒɛn.ər.əl træk/]
nounpl: general tracks
trilha geral
1. A curriculum path or educational program that provides a broad, non-specialized education without focusing on a specific field or profession
Many students choose the general track to keep their options open before deciding on a major.
Muitos alunos escolhem a trilha geral para manter suas opções abertas antes de decidir sobre uma especialidade.
2. In transportation or logistics, a primary or main route or pathway for general use
The general track runs through the center of the station.
A trilha geral passa pelo centro da estação.
3. A standard or conventional course of action or progression
He decided to stay on the general track rather than pursue specialized training.
Ele decidiu manter-se na trilha geral em vez de buscar treinamento especializado.
Synonyms
standard programgeneral educationcommon pathwaymain route
Antonyms
specialized trackhonors trackadvanced track

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
trilha geral
Most common usage in educational contexts
São Paulo
curso geral
Alternative term used in academic settings
Portugal
via geral
Preferred term in Portuguese education system

Related Idioms & Phrases

stay on track
on the right track
derail from the general path
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