disciplína

Disciplína is a term used in several languages to denote the concept of discipline—a broad idea that includes knowledge, training, order, and self-control. The word derives from the Latin disciplina, meaning instruction, training, or knowledge transmitted as rules.

In academia, a discipline is a branch of knowledge or field of study, such as physics, sociology, or linguistics. Disciplines organize research, curricula, and professional standards, and they form the basis for degree programs and scholarly communities.

Disciplina also refers to self-control and regulated conduct. Personal discipline involves consistent behavior, adherence to routines, and the regulation of impulses to achieve long‑term goals. In institutions and workplaces, discipline denotes the system of rules and procedures governing behavior, including consequences for infractions.

In sports and competitive activities, a discipline is a specific event or category with its own rules, equipment, and scoring. Military and organizational contexts use the term to describe a culture of order, obedience, and efficiency, supported by training and established norms.

Because of its broad scope, the concept of disciplina links education, behavior, and governance, reflecting how people learn, regulate themselves, and maintain social order.