permanent rule
[ˈpɜːr.mə.nənt ruːl]
nounpl: permanent rules
regra permanente
1. A regulation or directive that remains in effect indefinitely without expiration or intended for long-term application
The company established a permanent rule that all employees must arrive by 9 AM.
A empresa estabeleceu uma regra permanente de que todos os funcionários devem chegar às 9 da manhã.
2. A regulation that is not temporary and applies consistently over time
The permanent rule regarding dress code applies to all departments.
A regra permanente sobre código de vestuário se aplica a todos os departamentos.
3. In sports or games, a rule that is standard and not subject to change for a specific event
According to the permanent rule of chess, the king cannot move into check.
De acordo com a regra permanente do xadrez, o rei não pode se mover para o xeque.
This term is widely used in both American and Brazilian institutional contexts, particularly in corporate, educational, and governmental settings. In Brazil, 'regra permanente' is the standard legal and administrative terminology. In the United States, the concept reflects organizational hierarchy and compliance culture. Portuguese equivalents may use 'norma' or 'regulamento' in more formal or legal documents.
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