decent answer
[/ˈdiːsənt ˈænsər/]
noun phrasepl: decent answers
uma resposta decente
1. A response that is satisfactory, acceptable, or of reasonably good quality; not excellent but adequate and appropriate
After hours of thinking, he finally came up with a decent answer to the difficult question.
Depois de horas de reflexão, ele finalmente chegou a uma resposta decente para a pergunta difícil.
2. A reply that meets minimum standards of quality, honesty, or respect in a conversation or discussion
The student gave a decent answer on the exam, earning a passing grade.
O aluno deu uma resposta decente na prova, conseguindo uma nota de aprovação.
In American English, 'decent answer' is commonly used in educational and professional contexts to indicate satisfactory but unremarkable performance. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'resposta decente' carries similar connotations of adequacy. The phrase is neutral and non-committal, often used when feedback needs to be diplomatic but honest about meeting only minimum expectations.
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