regular pattern

[ˈrɛɡjələr ˈpætərn]
nounpl: regular patterns
padrão regular
1. A sequence or arrangement of things that repeats in a consistent and predictable manner
The tiles on the floor follow a regular pattern of alternating colors.
Os azulejos do chão seguem um padrão regular de cores alternadas.
2. A recurring structure or design that occurs at fixed intervals
The stars in the sky appear in regular patterns that astronomers call constellations.
As estrelas no céu aparecem em padrões regulares que os astrônomos chamam de constelações.
3. A habitual or customary sequence of events or behaviors that happens consistently
She maintained a regular pattern of exercising every morning.
Ela mantinha um padrão regular de exercício todas as manhãs.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'padrão regular' is widely used in academic, technical, and everyday contexts. The phrase is particularly common in mathematics, design, and behavioral studies. In Portugal, similar terminology is used but 'padrão repetitivo' is often preferred for emphasis on repetition.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
consistent patternrecurring patternorderly arrangementsystematic design
Antonyms / Antônimos
irregular patternrandom arrangementchaotic design

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
padrão regular
Standard term used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
padrão regular / padrão certinho
Informal variation using 'certinho' for emphasis
São Paulo
padrão regular
Standard usage in business and technical contexts
Portugal
padrão regular
Identical usage; also 'padrão repetitivo' is common

Related Words

patternregularitysequencerhythmstructuredesign

Related Idioms & Phrases

break the pattern
follow a pattern
set a pattern
pattern recognition
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