implied instructions

[ɪmˈplaɪd ɪnˈstrʌkʃənz]
noun phrasepl: implied instructions
instruções implícitas
1. Instructions or directions that are suggested or understood indirectly rather than explicitly stated or communicated
The teacher gave implied instructions through her gestures and facial expressions rather than speaking directly.
A professora deu instruções implícitas através de seus gestos e expressões faciais em vez de falar diretamente.
2. Unspoken expectations or procedures that are inferred from context, past behavior, or social conventions
New employees must learn the implied instructions of company culture through observation and interaction.
Os novos funcionários devem aprender as instruções implícitas da cultura empresarial através da observação e interação.
3. In technical or legal contexts, requirements that are not explicitly written but are understood to be necessary or required
The contract contained implied instructions regarding confidentiality obligations.
O contrato continha instruções implícitas relacionadas às obrigações de confidencialidade.
In Brazilian business culture, implied instructions are often conveyed through hierarchical relationships and personal connections rather than explicit documentation. American workplaces tend to value more explicit communication, though implied instructions still play a role in workplace dynamics and unwritten office rules. Understanding implied instructions is crucial for successful navigation in both cultures, but the reliance on them varies significantly.
NYC Slang
reading between the lines; picking up on the vibe
Synonyms / Sinônimos
unspoken instructionsindirect instructionsinferred instructionsunderstood directionstacit instructionssuggested instructions
Antonyms / Antônimos
explicit instructionsdirect instructionsstated instructionswritten instructionsclear instructionsovert instructions

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
instruções implícitas
Standard term used in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
instruções nas entrelinhas
Idiomatic expression meaning 'instructions between the lines'
São Paulo
instruções indiretas
Common alternative phrasing in business contexts
Portugal
instruções implícitas
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; 'instruções tácitas' also used

Related Words

implicit communicationnonverbal communicationcontext cluesinferred meaningtacit knowledgeunwritten rulesbody languagesubtext

Related Idioms & Phrases

read between the lines
get the message
get the picture
catch on
pick up on
understand the memo
entre as linhas
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