individual choices
[ɪnˌdɪvɪdʒuəl ˈtʃɔɪsɪz]
noun phrase
escolhas individuais
1. decisions or selections made by a single person based on their own preferences, values, or judgment
Individual choices about career paths should be respected by parents.
As escolhas individuais sobre caminhos profissionais devem ser respeitadas pelos pais.
2. personal preferences or options selected from available alternatives
The school allows individual choices in elective subjects.
A escola permite escolhas individuais nas disciplinas eletivas.
3. autonomous decisions that reflect personal autonomy and freedom
In a democratic society, individual choices are protected by law.
Em uma sociedade democrática, as escolhas individuais são protegidas por lei.
In both Brazilian and American culture, the concept of 'individual choices' is highly valued, reflecting ideals of personal freedom and autonomy. However, Brazil's collectivist family structures sometimes create tension with this individualistic principle, whereas the USA emphasizes individual choice more prominently in law, education, and social policy.
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