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the conventional way

[/ðə kənˈvenʃənəl weɪ/]
noun phrase
o modo convencional / a forma convencional / do jeito convencional
1. The accepted, traditional, or standard method of doing something; the way that is commonly practiced or expected
She decided to break with the conventional way of doing things and started her own business.
Ela decidiu romper com o jeito convencional de fazer as coisas e abriu seu próprio negócio.
2. The established or customary approach that follows social norms or traditions
Unlike the conventional way, this new approach is more efficient.
Diferentemente da forma convencional, essa nova abordagem é mais eficiente.
Synonyms
the traditional waythe standard waythe usual waythe customary waythe orthodox way
Antonyms
the unconventional waythe unorthodox waythe alternative waythe unusual way

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
o jeito convencional / do jeito convencional
Most commonly used in informal speech
São Paulo
a forma convencional / o modo convencional
More formal usage in business contexts
Portugal
a forma convencional / a maneira convencional
Standard usage, slightly more formal than Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

go against the grain
break the mold
think outside the box
follow the rules
by the book
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