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straightforward rules

[/ˌstreɪtˈfɔːrwərd ˈruːlz/]
noun phrase
regras diretas; regras simples
1. Rules that are clear, easy to understand, and direct without complications or ambiguity
The game has straightforward rules that anyone can understand in minutes.
O jogo tem regras diretas que qualquer pessoa pode entender em minutos.
2. Instructions or guidelines that are transparent and not subject to multiple interpretations
The company established straightforward rules for employee conduct.
A empresa estabeleceu regras simples para a conduta dos funcionários.
NYC Slang
no-nonsense rules; rules laid out plain and simple
Synonyms
clear rulessimple rulesunambiguous rulesexplicit rulesplain rules
Antonyms
complicated rulescomplex rulesconvoluted rulesambiguous rulesobscure rules

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
regras diretas; regras simples
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
regras claras; regras objetivas
Professional/business context preference
Rio de Janeiro
regras na lata; regras sem rodeio
More colloquial, informal usage
Portugal
regras diretas; regras descomplicadas
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

crystal clear rules
rules without fine print
cut and dry rules
rules spelled out
black and white rules
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