outstanding standards

[/aʊtˈstændɪŋ ˈstændərdz/]
noun phrase
padrões excepcionais
1. Exceptionally high or excellent levels of quality, performance, or achievement that surpass normal expectations
The company maintains outstanding standards in customer service and product quality.
A empresa mantém padrões excepcionais no atendimento ao cliente e na qualidade do produto.
2. Superior criteria or benchmarks that are notably above average or required levels
The university is known for its outstanding standards in research and education.
A universidade é conhecida pelos seus padrões excepcionais em pesquisa e educação.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, 'outstanding standards' is used to emphasize commitment to quality and excellence. In Brazil, this phrase is frequently used in corporate communications and certifications. In the US, it's common in academic, corporate, and service industry settings to indicate competitiveness and customer satisfaction.
NYC Slang
top-notch standards / world-class standards
Synonyms / Sinônimos
excellent standardssuperior standardshigh standardsexemplary standardsfirst-rate standards
Antonyms / Antônimos
poor standardssubstandardinferior standardsmediocre standardslow standards

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
padrões excepcionais
Most common and formal usage
Rio de Janeiro
padrões de excelência
Alternative formal expression
São Paulo
padrões de qualidade superiores
Business and corporate context usage
Portugal
normas de excelência
Portuguese variant using 'normas' instead of 'padrões'

Related Words

qualityexcellencebenchmarkcriteriaperformanceachievement

Related Idioms & Phrases

set the bar high
raise the bar
up to scratch
state of the art
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