modern standards
[ˈmɒdən ˈstændərdz]
noun phrase
padrões modernos
1. contemporary criteria, norms, or benchmarks that are currently considered acceptable, appropriate, or desirable in society
This building doesn't meet modern standards for accessibility.
Este edifício não atende aos padrões modernos de acessibilidade.
2. current best practices or specifications in technology, industry, or professional fields
The company updated its equipment to modern standards.
A empresa atualizou seu equipamento para os padrões modernos.
3. contemporary social norms and expectations regarding behavior, ethics, or conduct
By modern standards, that behavior would be considered unacceptable.
Pelos padrões modernos, esse comportamento seria considerado inaceitável.
This phrase is commonly used in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese in discussions about technology, infrastructure, workplace policies, and social behavior. In Brazil, it's frequently used when discussing economic development and modernization initiatives. In the USA, it's often employed in regulatory, architectural, and ethical discussions.
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