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be cultured

[bi ˈkʌltʃərd]
verb phrase
ser culto/a
1. to have or demonstrate knowledge of the arts, literature, music, and other aspects of human culture; to be refined and educated
She is cultured and well-traveled, with a deep appreciation for classical music.
Ela é culta e bem viajada, com uma profunda apreciação pela música clássica.
2. to possess good manners and sophistication in social behavior
His cultured demeanor made a positive impression at the formal dinner.
Seu comportamento culto causou uma impressão positiva no jantar formal.
Synonyms
be refinedbe educatedbe sophisticatedbe eruditebe well-read
Antonyms
be uncouthbe ignorantbe crudebe unrefined

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ser culto/a
commonly used; emphasizes education and cultural knowledge
Rio de Janeiro
ser sofisticado/a
sometimes used with emphasis on refinement and sophistication
São Paulo
ser culto/a; ter cultura
standard usage; emphasis on intellectual and artistic knowledge
Portugal
ser culto/a; ter refinamento
standard usage; may emphasize both education and social refinement

Related Idioms & Phrases

have a fine education
have refined tastes
know the finer things
be a person of letters
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