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bad manners
[/bæd ˈmænərz/]
noun
má educação
1.
Impolite or disrespectful behavior that violates social conventions and etiquette
Talking with your mouth full is considered bad manners in most cultures.
Falar com a boca cheia é considerado má educação na maioria das culturas.
2.
Lack of courtesy or consideration for others in social situations
It's bad manners to interrupt someone while they're speaking.
É má educação interromper alguém enquanto está falando.
NYC Slang
being rude/disrespectful; acting bougie or stuck-up when done deliberately
Synonyms
rudeness
impoliteness
discourtesy
incivility
disrespect
Antonyms
good manners
politeness
courtesy
civility
decorum
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
má educação
Most common term used in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
falta de educação
Alternative phrasing commonly used
São Paulo
má educação
Standard usage
Portugal
mau comportamento
Often preferred in formal contexts; also 'falta de educação'
Related Idioms & Phrases
bad manners maketh man
to have no manners
poor form
to be ill-mannered
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