olhar em branco
1. A facial expression showing no emotion, understanding, or recognition; a vacant or bewildered stare
When I asked him about the project, he gave me a blank look.
Quando perguntei sobre o projeto, ele me deu um olhar em branco.
2. An expression of confusion or lack of comprehension
She drew a blank look from the audience when she made the obscure reference.
Ela recebeu um olhar em branco da audiência quando fez a referência obscura.
In both American and Brazilian cultures, a blank look is universally recognized as a sign of confusion, incomprehension, or lack of engagement. It's commonly used in business and educational settings when someone doesn't understand information. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'olhar em branco' is frequently used in casual conversation and media to describe moments of confusion or misunderstanding.
NYC Slang
the thousand-yard stare
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