particular directions

[pər-ˈti-kyə-lər də-ˈrek-shənz]
noun phrasefeminine (plural)pl: particular directions
instruções particulares; direções específicas
1. specific or detailed instructions about how to go to a place or how to do something
The teacher gave particular directions for completing the assignment.
A professora deu instruções particulares para completar a tarefa.
2. precise navigation instructions or route guidance
Follow the particular directions on the GPS to reach the destination.
Siga as direções específicas do GPS para chegar ao destino.
3. individual or customized guidance tailored to specific needs
The doctor provided particular directions for the patient's medication regimen.
O médico forneceu instruções específicas para o regime de medicação do paciente.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'instruções particulares' is commonly used in formal settings such as medical, academic, and professional environments. In American English, this phrase is neutral and used across all contexts. The term emphasizes individuality and specificity rather than generic guidance.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
specific instructionsdetailed directionsexplicit instructionsprecise guidancecustomized instructions
Antonyms / Antônimos
general directionsvague instructionsbroad guidelinesgeneric guidance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
instruções particulares; direções específicas
most common usage in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
direções específicas; orientações
often shortened to just 'orientações'
São Paulo
instruções particulares; indicações específicas
'indicações' is frequently used in business contexts
Portugal
instruções particulares; orientações específicas
'orientações' is more commonly used than 'direções'

Related Words

instructionsdirectionsguidancenavigationroutespecifications

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow particular directions to the letter
give particular directions
ask for particular directions
particular directions apply
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