1. A statement or declaration made in private, not intended for public disclosure or official record
He made a private statement to his lawyer about the incident.
Ele fez uma declaração privada ao seu advogado sobre o incidente.
2. In legal or business contexts, a confidential declaration or testimony given off the record
The witness gave a private statement before the formal deposition.
A testemunha deu uma declaração privada antes da deposição formal.
3. A personal or confidential statement made between parties without third-party involvement
They exchanged private statements regarding their agreement.
Eles trocaram declarações privadas sobre seu acordo.