Spanish Conversation · Level 103
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Spanish word
pauta
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈpauta/
Meaning
- feminine nounguideline
Example
Necesitamos una pauta clara para el proyecto.
We need a clear guideline for the project.
More examples
En la reunión, el jefe marcó la pauta.
At the meeting, the boss set the tone.
Core concept
A reference model used to guide behavior and organization.
Common phrases
seguir la pauta
follow the guideline
marcar la pauta
set the tone
pauta de conducta
guideline for conduct
Similar words
guía: Practical advice or suggestions that help people decide what to do in specific situations.
directriz: Official instruction from an organization that sets required procedures or policies.
norma: Rule or standard that a community or institution expects its members to follow.
criterio: Principle used to evaluate options and make decisions.
Definition in Spanish
Patrón o modelo que sirve como referencia para la conducta o la organización de tareas.
Word origin
The term comes from Italian pauta, initially a marked line on paper or a music staff, and later extended metaphorically to mean a reference model or standard for actions and organization.
Usage tips
- The noun is feminine (la pauta) and often combines with words such as actuación, terapéutica, or vacunación to mean a standard, regimen, or protocol.
Other meanings
- standardnoun
Opposites
- improvisaciónimprovisationnoun
Related words
- pautarlay down guidelinesverb
- pautaciónlaying down of guidelinesnoun
- pautadolaid downadjective