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guideline in Spanish

guideline in Spanish is directriz, pauta — guideline means a general rule that helps guide what someone does.

guideline in Spanish

directriz
noun
A non-specific rule or principle that provides direction to action or behaviour.
pauta
noun
A non-specific rule or principle that provides direction to action or behaviour.
pauta
noun
A plan or explanation to guide one in setting standards or determining a course of action.

What does "guideline" mean?

  1. noun A general rule that helps guide what someone does.
    "He considered the Ten Commandments more as a guideline than a requirement."
  2. noun Advice that helps someone set a standard or decide how to proceed.
  3. noun A faint line drawn to help keep handwritten or printed letters straight.
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guideline in a sentence

  • He considered the Ten Commandments more as a guideline than a requirement.
  • In 2016, the CDC established guidelines for prescribing narcotics for chronic pain.

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What is "guideline" in Spanish?
"guideline" in Spanish is directriz, pauta. guideline means: A general rule that helps guide what someone does.
Are there other ways to say "guideline" in Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 2 translations listed for "guideline": directriz, pauta.
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