complimentary comment

[/ˌkɒmplɪˈmentəri ˈkɒment/]
noun phrasepl: complimentary comments
comentário elogioso
1. A positive, flattering, or praising remark made about someone or something
The director made a complimentary comment about the actor's performance.
O diretor fez um comentário elogioso sobre a atuação do ator.
2. An approving statement intended to express admiration or approval
She received several complimentary comments from her colleagues about her presentation.
Ela recebeu vários comentários elogiosos de seus colegas sobre sua apresentação.
In Brazilian culture, complimentary comments are often given freely and warmly, reflecting the generally warm and social nature of Brazilian interactions. In the USA, particularly in professional settings, complimentary comments are often more reserved and specific. In Portugal, complimentary comments may be more formal and less frequent than in Brazil, with a tendency toward understatement.
NYC Slang
that's a nice one / word / that's dope
Synonyms / Sinônimos
praiseflattering remarkcommendationfavorable commentkind word
Antonyms / Antônimos
critical commentderogatory remarkinsultdisparaging commentnegative feedback

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comentário elogioso
Most common and widely understood translation
São Paulo
comentário elogioso / observação positiva
Both forms are used interchangeably
Rio de Janeiro
comentário elogioso / elogio
Sometimes shortened to just 'elogio' in casual speech
Portugal
comentário lisonjeiro / observação elogiosa
'Lisonjeiro' is more commonly used in European Portuguese

Related Words

complimentpraiseadmirationflatteryappreciationendorsement

Related Idioms & Phrases

take a compliment
fish for compliments
shower someone with compliments
accept a compliment gracefully
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