directed message
[/dɪˈrɛktɪd ˈmɛsɪdʒ/]
nounpl: directed messages
mensagem direcionada
1. A private message sent to a specific person or group on a social media platform or messaging application
I sent her a directed message on Instagram asking about the event.
Enviei uma mensagem direcionada para ela no Instagram perguntando sobre o evento.
2. A communication intentionally aimed at a particular recipient or audience with a specific purpose
The company sent a directed message to all employees about the new policy.
A empresa enviou uma mensagem direcionada para todos os funcionários sobre a nova política.
3. In social media context, a private or direct communication as opposed to public posts
Instead of commenting publicly, she preferred to send a directed message.
Em vez de comentar publicamente, ela preferiu enviar uma mensagem direcionada.
The term 'directed message' is commonly used in digital communication contexts, particularly on platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. In Brazil, younger users often use the English acronym 'DM' interchangeably with 'mensagem direcionada.' The practice reflects the global culture of social media communication where privacy and personalized contact are valued alongside public interaction.
NYC Slang
DM, slide into someone's DMs
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