norma
fem.noun
1. rule, regulation
a rule that must be followed
Common combinations
- norma de seguridad — safety regulation
- norma de conducta — code of conduct
- incumplir una norma — break a rule
- Es una norma de la escuela.It is a school rule.
- Todos deben respetar las normas de seguridad.Everyone must follow the safety regulations.
- La norma prohíbe fumar en este lugar.The rule prohibits smoking in this place.
2. norm, standard
a usual or accepted model of behavior
Common combinations
- norma social — social norm
- norma cultural — cultural norm
- ser la norma — be the norm
- Llegar tarde no es la norma en esta oficina.Being late is not the norm in this office.
- La mayoría de las familias sigue esta norma social.Most families follow this social norm.
- En su cultura, esta forma de saludar es la norma.In their culture, this way of greeting is the norm.
3. standard, specification
an established technical criterion or requirement
Common combinations
- norma europea — European standard
- norma técnica — technical standard
- norma de calidad — quality standard
- El producto cumple la norma europea.The product meets the European standard.
- El edificio debe ajustarse a las normas técnicas.The building must comply with the technical standards.
- La empresa revisó las normas de calidad.The company reviewed the quality standards.
Same root
Phrases with this word
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