direct comment

[dɪˈrɛkt ˈkɒmənt]
nounpl: direct comments
comentário direto
1. A straightforward remark or observation that is expressed clearly and without ambiguity or evasion
Her direct comment about the project's flaws was appreciated by the team.
O seu comentário direto sobre as falhas do projeto foi apreciado pela equipe.
2. A comment made in person or through immediate communication channels rather than indirectly
Instead of sending an email, he made a direct comment during the meeting.
Em vez de enviar um e-mail, ele fez um comentário direto durante a reunião.
3. A response or remark that addresses a topic explicitly without circumlocution
The manager welcomed direct comments from employees about workplace improvements.
O gerente acolheu comentários diretos dos funcionários sobre melhorias no local de trabalho.
In Brazilian business culture, direct comments are increasingly valued as a sign of transparency and confidence. However, they must be balanced with respect and social awareness, as Brazilian communication typically values relationship-building alongside directness. In the USA, particularly in corporate environments, direct comments are generally encouraged as part of efficient communication, though the tone and context remain important for workplace harmony.
NYC Slang
straight talk / no-BS comment
Synonyms / Sinônimos
frank commentstraightforward remarkcandid observationblunt statementexplicit remark
Antonyms / Antônimos
indirect commentveiled remarksubtle observationimplicit suggestionroundabout statement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comentário direto
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
comentário na lata
Colloquial variation meaning straightforward comment
São Paulo
comentário direto / observação franca
Business and formal contexts prefer these terms
Portugal
comentário direto / observação explícita
Portuguese usage is similar to Brazilian Portuguese but slightly more formal

Related Words

feedbackobservationremarkstatementcandorfranknessdirectness

Related Idioms & Phrases

call a spade a spade
put it bluntly
say what you mean
speak one's mind
pull no punches
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