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candid answer

[ˈkændɪd ˈænsər]
noun phrasepl: candid answers
resposta sincera
1. A straightforward, honest, and frank response given without reservation or attempt to conceal the truth
He gave a candid answer about his mistakes during the interview.
Ele deu uma resposta sincera sobre seus erros durante a entrevista.
2. An unfiltered or unrehearsed reply that reflects genuine feelings or opinions
In a candid answer, she admitted she wasn't ready for the promotion.
Em uma resposta sincera, ela admitiu que não estava pronta para a promoção.
NYC Slang
straight-up answer; for real answer
Synonyms
honest answerfrank answerstraightforward answertruthful answergenuine answer
Antonyms
evasive answerdishonest answerdeceptive answerguarded answervague answer

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta sincera
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
resposta sem filtro
Colloquial variant emphasizing lack of restraint
São Paulo
resposta honesta
More formal business context usage
Portugal
resposta franca
European Portuguese preference for 'franca' over 'sincera'

Related Idioms & Phrases

speak from the heart
tell it like it is
give it to someone straight
put your cards on the table
call a spade a spade
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