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    Norma (en. Norm)

    /ˈnɔr.ma/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Rule that defines a standard or model to follow.
    The safety norm was implemented to protect workers.
    La norma de seguridad fue implementada para proteger a los trabajadores.
    Standard adopted by an organization or institution.
    This company follows the ISO norm to ensure quality.
    Esta empresa sigue la norma ISO para garantizar la calidad.
    Principle or criterion that regulates behavior in a society.
    It is a social norm not to speak with a full mouth.
    Es una norma social no hablar con la boca llena.
    Technical specification that must be met.
    Products must comply with the food norm.
    Los productos deben cumplir con la norma de alimentación.
    Model that serves as a guide for evaluation.
    A reference norm was used to grade the presentation.
    Se utilizó una norma de referencia para calificar la presentación.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'norma', which means 'square' or 'mold'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to follow the norm
    To act according to an established rule.
    seguir la norma
    there is no norm
    Indicates that there are no rules or restrictions.
    no hay norma

    Related Words

    normative
    That refers to the norms.
    normativo
    normality
    Condition of what is normal or according to the norm.
    normalidad
    abnormal
    That deviates from what is usual or expected.
    anormal
    reform
    Change or modification made to improve something that may involve a change of norms.
    reforma

    Slang Meanings

    Used to refer to something that is considered common or usual.
    That type of music is already the norm at parties.
    Ese tipo de música ya es norma en las fiestas.
    In slang, it is used to refer to expected behavior.
    Don't arrive late, that's not the norm here.
    No llegues tarde, eso no es norma aquí.