sustain practice

[/səˈsteɪn ˈpræktɪs/]
noun phrase / verb phrase
prática sustentável / prática continuada / manutenção da prática
1. The act of maintaining or continuing a practice, habit, or activity over an extended period of time in a consistent manner
Sustain practice is essential for developing musical skills and maintaining proficiency.
A prática sustentável é essencial para desenvolver habilidades musicais e manter a proficiência.
2. A practice or routine that can be maintained indefinitely without depletion of resources or negative environmental impact
The company promotes sustain practice in its manufacturing processes to reduce waste.
A empresa promove práticas sustentáveis em seus processos de fabricação para reduzir desperdício.
3. The continuation or upholding of a standard, method, or tradition over time
Sustain practice of ethical standards is crucial in professional environments.
A manutenção de padrões éticos é crucial em ambientes profissionais.
In Brazilian professional and educational contexts, 'prática sustentável' has become increasingly important due to environmental consciousness and corporate social responsibility initiatives. In the USA, 'sustain practice' is commonly used in fitness, music, and professional development contexts to emphasize long-term commitment and habit formation rather than quick results.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
continuous practiceongoing practicepersistent practiceregular practicesustained effortmaintenance of practice
Antonyms / Antônimos
abandoned practicediscontinued practiceintermittent practiceone-time practice

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
prática sustentável / prática continuada
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese, emphasizing either environmental sustainability or continuous maintenance
Rio de Janeiro
prática mantida
Colloquial variation emphasizing the maintenance aspect
São Paulo
prática sustentável / práticas de longa duração
Business and professional contexts frequently use 'prática sustentável'
Portugal
prática sustentável / prática continuada
Similar to Brazilian usage, with slight preference for 'prática sustentável' in environmental contexts

Related Words

sustainabilityconsistentmaintenancehabit formationroutinedisciplinerepetitionlong-term commitment

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep up the practice
maintain consistency in practice
practice makes perfect
sustained commitment to excellence
long-haul practice
stick with the practice
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