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guidelines

 

[ ˈɡaɪdlaɪnz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

rules

Guidelines are official recommendations or advice that indicate how something should be done or what is acceptable in a particular situation.

Synonyms

advice, instructions, recommendations

Examples of usage

  • These guidelines will help you complete the project successfully.
  • The company has strict guidelines for employee behavior.
Context #2 | Noun

design

In design, guidelines are horizontal or vertical lines that help align elements in a layout for a more organized and visually appealing result.

Synonyms

alignment markers, grid lines

Examples of usage

  • Use the guidelines to ensure that your text and images are properly aligned.
  • The graphic designer followed the guidelines to create a balanced composition.
Context #3 | Noun

health

Health guidelines are recommendations provided by health authorities to promote well-being and prevent illnesses or diseases.

Synonyms

health advice, precautions, recommendations

Examples of usage

  • Follow the dietary guidelines to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
  • The CDC has issued guidelines for preventing the spread of infectious diseases.

Translations

Translations of the word "guidelines" in other languages:

🇵🇹 diretrizes

🇮🇳 दिशानिर्देश

🇩🇪 Richtlinien

🇮🇩 pedoman

🇺🇦 керівні принципи

🇵🇱 wytyczne

🇯🇵 ガイドライン

🇫🇷 directives

🇪🇸 directrices

🇹🇷 yönergeler

🇰🇷 지침

🇸🇦 إرشادات

🇨🇿 pokyny

🇸🇰 usmernenia

🇨🇳 指南

🇸🇮 smernice

🇮🇸 leiðbeiningar

🇰🇿 нұсқаулықтар

🇬🇪 მიმართულებები

🇦🇿 təlimatlar

🇲🇽 directrices

Etymology

The word 'guidelines' originated in the mid-18th century from the word 'guide' combined with 'lines'. It emphasizes the idea of providing direction or advice through written or visual cues. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass a wide range of contexts, from rules and recommendations in various fields to design principles for layout and alignment. Today, guidelines play a crucial role in setting standards and promoting best practices in different areas of expertise.

See also: guidability, guidance, guide, guidebook, guided, guideline, guideposts, guides, guiding, misguidance, misguide, misguided.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,479, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.