individual standards
[/ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl ˈstændərdz/]
nounpl: individual standards
padrões individuais
1. Personal criteria, benchmarks, or expectations that a person sets for themselves or applies to their own conduct, performance, or values
Each athlete has their own individual standards for training and competition.
Cada atleta tem seus próprios padrões individuais para treinamento e competição.
2. Customized specifications or requirements tailored to a particular person's needs or circumstances
The company respects individual standards in the workplace dress code.
A empresa respeita os padrões individuais no código de vestuário do local de trabalho.
3. Personal levels of achievement or excellence that differ from collective or universal standards
Teachers should assess students based on individual standards rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Os professores devem avaliar os alunos com base em padrões individuais ao invés de uma abordagem única para todos.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'individual standards' reflects a cultural emphasis on personalization and self-determination. In Brazil, this concept is increasingly important in educational reform and workplace diversity initiatives. In the USA, it aligns with individualistic values and customized approaches to education, performance management, and professional development. The term is particularly relevant in discussions about equity, inclusion, and respecting diverse needs.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to hold someone to a different standard
to set the bar high for oneself
to march to the beat of your own drum
to have one's own way of doing things
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