cordial request

[KOR-jul ri-KWEST]
noun phrasepl: cordial requests
pedido cordial
1. a polite, friendly, and sincere request made with courtesy and warmth
I would like to make a cordial request for your assistance with this project.
Gostaria de fazer um pedido cordial pela sua assistência neste projeto.
2. a formal but friendly appeal or invitation
We extend a cordial request for you to join us at the ceremony.
Fazemos um pedido cordial para que você se junte a nós na cerimônia.
In Brazilian business culture, 'pedido cordial' reflects the importance of maintaining warm, respectful relationships even when making formal requests. This phrase emphasizes politeness and deference, which are valued in professional contexts. In the USA, the phrase is commonly used in formal letters and official communications to maintain professionalism while remaining personable.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
polite requestcourteous requestfriendly requestsincere requestkind request
Antonyms / Antônimos
rude requestdemanding requesthostile demandabrupt demand

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
pedido cordial
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
pedido gentil
Alternative common expression in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
solicitação cordial
More formal variant used in official communications
Portugal
pedido cordial
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese; may also use 'solicitação amigável'

Related Words

cordialrequestcourtesypolitenessinvitationappeal

Related Idioms & Phrases

a cordial request is not a demand
extend a cordial request
make a cordial request of someone
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