traffic regulation

[ˈtræfɪk ˌreɡjuˈleɪʃən]
nounpl: traffic regulations
regulação do trânsito
1. Official rules and laws that govern the movement and control of vehicles on roads and streets
Traffic regulations require drivers to stop at red lights and yield to pedestrians.
As regulações do trânsito exigem que os motoristas parem no sinal vermelho e cedam passagem aos pedestres.
2. A specific rule or set of rules established by authorities to manage traffic flow and ensure safety
The new traffic regulation prohibits parking on this street during rush hours.
A nova regulação do trânsito proíbe o estacionamento nesta rua durante as horas de pico.
In Brazil, traffic regulations are overseen by DENATRAN (Departamento Nacional de Trânsito) and enforced by traffic police. Understanding and following traffic regulations is essential, as Brazil has seen increased emphasis on traffic safety education in recent years. Non-compliance can result in fines (multas) and points on one's driving record (CNH).
Synonyms / Sinônimos
traffic lawtraffic ruletraffic codedriving regulation
Antonyms / Antônimos
traffic violationnon-compliance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
regulação do trânsito
Most common and formal usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
regra de trânsito
More colloquial alternative commonly used
São Paulo
regulação do trânsito
Formal usage preferred in official contexts
Portugal
regulação de trânsito
Similar usage but may also use 'código da estrada'

Related Words

traffic signalspeed limitroad signtraffic enforcementvehicle code

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow traffic regulations
enforce traffic regulations
comply with traffic regulations
violate traffic regulations
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