air one's views
[/ɛr wʌnz vjuːz/]
verb phrase
expressar suas opiniões
1. to publicly express or share one's opinions, beliefs, or perspectives
During the meeting, she decided to air her views about the new project proposal.
Durante a reunião, ela decidiu expressar suas opiniões sobre a proposta do novo projeto.
2. to voice one's thoughts openly, often about controversial or important matters
He wasn't afraid to air his views on social media despite potential criticism.
Ele não tinha medo de expressar suas opiniões nas redes sociais apesar da possível crítica.
In American culture, 'airing one's views' is generally encouraged as part of free speech, while in Brazilian culture it may depend more on social context and hierarchy. In more formal professional settings in Brazil, this expression is often softened with more diplomatic language. The phrase reflects the value placed on open discourse and individual expression in English-speaking cultures.
NYC Slang
speak your piece
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