agreeable reply

[/əˈɡriːəbəl rɪˈplaɪ/]
noun phrasepl: agreeable replies
resposta agradável
1. A response that is pleasant, acceptable, or satisfactory to the person receiving it
Her agreeable reply to the invitation made everyone happy.
Sua resposta agradável ao convite deixou todos felizes.
2. A response given in a courteous and accommodating manner
The manager gave an agreeable reply to the customer's complaint.
O gerente deu uma resposta agradável à reclamação do cliente.
In both Brazilian and American business cultures, giving an 'agreeable reply' is valued as it demonstrates professionalism, respect, and willingness to cooperate. In informal Brazilian contexts, people might use 'resposta legal' to convey the same idea in a more casual tone.
NYC Slang
cool response / solid answer
Synonyms / Sinônimos
pleasant responsefavorable replycourteous responsesatisfactory answeracceptable response
Antonyms / Antônimos
disagreeable replyunfavorable responseharsh replyrude responseunacceptable answer

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta agradável
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
resposta legal
More colloquial variant; 'legal' means cool/nice
São Paulo
resposta agradável
Formal usage, particularly in business contexts
Portugal
resposta agradável
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'resposta satisfatória'

Related Words

agreeablyagreementreplyresponsepleasantcourteous

Related Idioms & Phrases

give someone an agreeable reply
receive an agreeable reply
have an agreeable exchange
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