required standards

[/rɪˈkwaɪərd ˈstændərdz/]
noun phrasepl: required standards
padrões obrigatórios
1. mandatory or essential criteria, specifications, or benchmarks that must be met or followed in a particular context
The company must meet the required standards for food safety established by the government.
A empresa deve atender aos padrões obrigatórios de segurança alimentar estabelecidos pelo governo.
2. minimum levels of performance, quality, or conduct that are obligatory in professional, academic, or legal contexts
All students must achieve the required standards to pass the certification exam.
Todos os alunos devem atingir os padrões obrigatórios para passar no exame de certificação.
3. regulations or norms that must be adhered to by law or institutional policy
The building must comply with the required standards for accessibility.
O edifício deve estar em conformidade com os padrões obrigatórios de acessibilidade.
This phrase is frequently used in Brazilian administrative, educational, and business contexts. In the USA, it appears commonly in regulatory compliance documents, healthcare, construction, and education. The concept reflects both countries' emphasis on quality assurance and legal compliance. In Brazil, 'padrões obrigatórios' is essential in discussions about certifications, ISO standards, and government regulations.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
mandatory requirementscompulsory criteriaessential specificationsbinding normsobligatory benchmarks
Antonyms / Antônimos
optional guidelinesvoluntary suggestionsdiscretionary criteriarecommended practices

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
padrões obrigatórios
Most common and formal usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
padrões exigidos
Alternative form commonly used in formal documents
São Paulo
padrões necessários
Often used in business and corporate contexts
Portugal
normas obrigatórias
Portuguese variant preferring 'normas' over 'padrões'

Related Words

compliancespecificationsrequirementsregulationsbenchmarkscriterianormsguidelines

Related Idioms & Phrases

meet the required standards
fall short of required standards
comply with required standards
exceed required standards
set required standards
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