instruction sentence

[ɪnˈstrʌkʃən ˈsentəns]
nounpl: instruction sentences
frase de instrução
1. A sentence that gives a command, direction, or order to be followed
The instruction sentence 'Please turn off all electronic devices' was displayed at the entrance.
A frase de instrução 'Por favor, desligue todos os dispositivos eletrônicos' foi exibida na entrada.
2. In grammar and linguistics, a sentence used to convey imperative or directive meaning
In the grammar lesson, the teacher explained how to identify an instruction sentence by its verb form.
Na aula de gramática, o professor explicou como identificar uma frase de instrução pela forma do verbo.
3. A sentence within technical documentation or manuals that explains how to perform a specific action
Each instruction sentence in the user manual was numbered for easy reference.
Cada frase de instrução no manual do usuário foi numerada para fácil consulta.
In both Brazilian and American English contexts, instruction sentences are fundamental in educational materials, software interfaces, and workplace safety protocols. They are often presented in numbered lists or procedures. In Brazilian Portuguese, these are frequently found in 'manuais de instruções' (instruction manuals) and educational materials, reflecting the importance of clear procedural communication in both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
command sentenceimperative sentencedirective sentenceorder sentence
Antonyms / Antônimos
interrogative sentencedeclarative sentenceexclamatory sentence

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
frase de instrução
Standard usage in educational and technical contexts
São Paulo
frase de instrução
Commonly used in business and technical documentation
Rio de Janeiro
frase de instrução
Used similarly to standard Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
frase de instrução
Same terminology used, though may also say 'sentença imperativa' in more formal linguistic contexts

Related Words

imperative moodcommanddirectiveprocedureguidelinemanual

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow instructions
give someone instructions
read the instructions carefully
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