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clear language

[/klɪr ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ/]
noun
linguagem clara
1. Communication that is easy to understand, using simple words and straightforward sentences without ambiguity or unnecessary complexity
The lawyer explained the contract in clear language so the client could understand all the terms.
O advogado explicou o contrato em linguagem clara para que o cliente pudesse entender todos os termos.
2. Writing or speech that is direct, precise, and free from jargon or confusing terminology
Government agencies are required to communicate with citizens using clear language.
As agências governamentais são obrigadas a se comunicar com os cidadãos usando linguagem clara.
Synonyms
plain languagesimple languagestraightforward communicationaccessible languageintelligible language
Antonyms
obscure languagecomplex languageconfusing languagejargonambiguous language

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
linguagem clara
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
linguagem clara
Standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
linguagem clara
Standard usage
Portugal
linguagem clara
Standard usage; may also use 'linguagem simples'

Related Idioms & Phrases

in no uncertain terms
call a spade a spade
speak plainly
spell it out
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