obedient persons
[/oʊˈbiːdiənt ˈpɜːrsənz/]
noun phrasepl: obedient persons
pessoas obedientes
1. individuals who comply with rules, instructions, or authority without resistance
The obedient persons in the class followed the teacher's instructions precisely.
As pessoas obedientes na classe seguiram as instruções do professor com precisão.
2. people who show a willingness to obey or submit to authority
The military values obedient persons who can execute orders effectively.
O exército valoriza pessoas obedientes que podem executar ordens efetivamente.
In Brazilian culture, obedience is often valued in family hierarchies and institutional settings, particularly in education and military contexts. The concept reflects traditional values of respect for authority figures. In American contexts, obedience is often balanced with individual autonomy and critical thinking.
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