implicit commands
[ɪmˈplɪsɪt kəˈmændz]
nounpl: implicit commands
comandos implícitos
1. Orders or instructions that are suggested or understood indirectly rather than stated explicitly; directives that are inferred from context, tone, or behavior without being directly spoken or written
The teacher's implicit commands about classroom behavior were understood by all students without her stating them directly.
Os comandos implícitos da professora sobre o comportamento em sala de aula foram compreendidos por todos os alunos sem que ela os declarasse explicitamente.
2. In programming and computing, instructions that are embedded within code or systems that execute automatically without explicit user invocation
The software's implicit commands triggered automatic updates without user intervention.
Os comandos implícitos do software acionaram atualizações automáticas sem a intervenção do usuário.
3. In communication and social contexts, unspoken expectations or requirements conveyed through non-verbal cues, gestures, or situational context
Parents often communicate implicit commands to their children through facial expressions and body language.
Os pais frequentemente comunicam comandos implícitos aos filhos através de expressões faciais e linguagem corporal.
In Brazilian workplace and family cultures, implicit commands are common due to hierarchical communication styles and the importance of reading non-verbal cues. In the USA, there is often greater emphasis on explicit, direct communication, making implicit commands potentially less preferred in professional settings, though they remain prevalent in social contexts. Understanding implicit commands is crucial for navigating both cultures effectively.
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