amateurish

[/ˈæmətərɪʃ/ or /ˈæmətʃərɪʃ/]

adjective

amador, amadorstico, de amador

1. lacking the skill, experience, or polish expected of a professional; done or made in a way that shows lack of training or skill

The film had an amateurish quality that detracted from its message.

O filme tinha uma qualidade amadorística que prejudicava sua mensagem.

2. characteristic of or befitting an amateur rather than a professional

His amateurish approach to painting improved significantly after taking formal classes.

Sua abordagem amadora da pintura melhorou significativamente após aulas formais.

NYC Slang

bush league, half-baked, weak sauce

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

amadorístico, de amador

Most common usage; can also use 'improvisado' or 'mal feito'

São Paulo

amadorístico, gambiarra

'Gambiarra' emphasizes improvisation and lack of professionalism

Portugal

amadorístico, de amador

Standard usage; similar to Brazilian Portuguese

amateurish hour - a period or event showing incompetence

amateur hour - situation characterized by lack of professionalism

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