implied rules
[ɪmˈplaɪd ˈruːlz]
nounpl: implied rules
regras implícitas
1. Rules or standards that are understood without being explicitly stated or written down
In many workplaces, there are implied rules about dress code and professional behavior.
Em muitos locais de trabalho, existem regras implícitas sobre código de vestuário e comportamento profissional.
2. Unwritten guidelines that are assumed to be known and followed by members of a group or society
The implied rules of social etiquette dictate that you should arrive on time.
As regras implícitas da etiqueta social determinam que você deve chegar na hora.
3. Conventions or expectations that are inferred from context rather than explicitly communicated
Every game has implied rules that experienced players understand intuitively.
Todo jogo tem regras implícitas que jogadores experientes compreendem intuitivamente.
In Brazilian culture, implied rules are particularly important in hierarchical settings and family dynamics, where respect for authority and social position are often conveyed through unspoken expectations rather than explicit instructions. In American culture, especially in NYC, understanding implied rules is crucial for navigating workplace dynamics and social interactions, though direct communication is generally more valued than in many other cultures.
NYC Slang
the unwritten code / the street rules
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