Spanish word

lineamiento

Pronunciation

IPA/lineaˈmjento/

Meaning

  • masculine nounguideline

Example

Necesitamos un lineamiento claro.

We need a clear guideline.

Illustration for lineamiento (guideline)

More examples

Antes de empezar, pide lineamientos claros a tu jefe.

Before starting, ask your boss for clear guidelines.

Core concept

Guidance framework for projects and institutions.

Common phrases

  • pedir lineamientos

    ask for guidelines

  • dar lineamientos

    give guidelines

  • aclarar los lineamientos

    clarify the guidelines

Similar words

guía: Provides specific steps and practical advice for carrying out a task.
orientación: Offers general advice on how to proceed or organize work on a task.
pauta: Sets a standard for behavior that serves as a guide to action.
norma: Establishes a mandatory rule within an organization or system.

Definition in Spanish

Marco de normas o sugerencias que orientan la ejecución de tareas o la toma de decisiones en proyectos o instituciones.

Word origin

Formed from línea 'line' and the suffix -miento, the term developed a figurative sense of a framework that orients work practices and choices.

Usage tips

  • When translating, guideline matches most uses of lineamiento, while policy or standard suggests greater force and may mislead if the original text only offers recommendations.

Other meanings

  • policynoun

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