discretely
[/dɪˈskriːtli/]
adverb
discretamente
1. in a manner that is careful to avoid causing offense or attracting attention; with caution and prudence
She discretely asked about his personal life without being intrusive.
Ela perguntou discretamente sobre sua vida pessoal sem ser intrusiva.
2. in a way that is unobtrusive or subtle; without drawing notice
The server discretely refilled the glasses during dinner.
O garçom discretamente encheu os copos durante o jantar.
3. in a manner showing good judgment about what is private or appropriate to share
He handled the confidential matter discretely.
Ele lidou com o assunto confidencial discretamente.
In both American and Brazilian cultures, 'discretely' is valued in professional settings, diplomatic contexts, and personal relationships. In Brazil, the concept of 'discrição' is often connected to social etiquette and respect for others' privacy. The word appears frequently in business communication and social interactions where maintaining confidentiality is important.
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