upbringing

[/ˈʌpbrɪŋɪŋ/]
nounpl: upbringings
criação
1. the treatment and instruction a child receives while growing up
Her strict upbringing shaped her disciplined character.
Sua criação rigorosa moldou seu caráter disciplinado.
2. the process of nurturing and educating a child from birth to adulthood
A good upbringing is essential for a child's development.
Uma boa criação é essencial para o desenvolvimento de uma criança.
3. the cultural, social, and moral values instilled in a child
His upbringing in a wealthy family gave him certain privileges.
Sua criação em uma família rica lhe deu certos privilégios.
In Brazilian culture, 'criação' strongly emphasizes family values and parental responsibility, reflecting the importance of familia in Brazilian society. The concept often encompasses not just education but moral and emotional development. In American English, this word is frequently used in discussions about social mobility and personal development, often in the context of overcoming difficult circumstances.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
rearingraisingnurtureeducationsocialization
Antonyms / Antônimos
neglectabandonment

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
criação
most common and standard usage
São Paulo
criação
standard usage, sometimes 'educação' in formal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
criação
standard usage with colloquial variations
Portugal
educação
Portuguese Portuguese prefers 'educação' over 'criação' in formal contexts

Related Words

parentingchild-rearingeducationsocializationchildhooddevelopment

Related Idioms & Phrases

from one's upbringing
a product of one's upbringing
brought up with a good upbringing
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