appropriate statement
[/əˈproʊpriət ˈsteɪtmənt/]
noun phrasepl: appropriate statements
declaração apropriada
1. a statement that is suitable, fitting, or proper for a given situation, context, or audience
The manager made an appropriate statement acknowledging the company's mistake.
O gerente fez uma declaração apropriada reconhecendo o erro da empresa.
2. a formal or official remark that is contextually relevant and socially acceptable
An appropriate statement of condolences was made at the funeral service.
Uma declaração apropriada de condolências foi feita no serviço fúnebre.
3. in legal or formal contexts, a statement that meets required standards or protocols
The witness provided an appropriate statement to the court.
A testemunha forneceu uma declaração apropriada ao tribunal.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'appropriate statement' is commonly used in corporate communications, legal proceedings, and public relations. Brazilian Portuguese speakers may use 'declaração apropriada' in formal settings and 'fala apropriada' in casual speech. In the USA, corporations often issue prepared 'appropriate statements' following controversial events or during crisis management. The phrase carries weight in diplomatic and official contexts across both cultures.
NYC Slang
the right thing to say; proper remarks
Related Idioms & Phrases
make an appropriate statement
issue an appropriate statement
offer appropriate statements of support
give the appropriate statement
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