general
1. relating to or applicable to the whole or every member of a class; not specific or particular
The general rule applies to all students.
A regra geral se aplica a todos os alunos.
2. widespread; prevalent; common
There is general agreement on this matter.
Há um acordo geral sobre este assunto.
3. not limited to a particular field or area; comprehensive
He has a general knowledge of science.
Ele tem um conhecimento geral de ciências.
4. highest in rank or authority
The general directed the military campaign.
O general dirigiu a campanha militar.
The word 'gerais' is deeply rooted in Brazilian geography and history, most famously in 'Minas Gerais,' one of Brazil's most important states. The term historically referred to the general/open lands of the interior. In contemporary usage, it appears frequently in academic, business, and daily contexts to indicate broad, non-specific categories or general applicability.
Related Idioms & Phrases
em geral - in general; generally
por regra geral - as a general rule
de forma geral - in a general way
linhas gerais - general lines; outline
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