← Back to Fala2Me
display inattention
[/dɪˈspleɪ ɪnəˈtenʃən/]
verb phrase
demonstrar desatenção
1.
to show a lack of attention or focus; to manifest disregard or negligence
The student began to display inattention during the lecture by constantly checking his phone.
O aluno começou a demonstrar desatenção durante a aula ao verificar constantemente seu celular.
2.
to exhibit absent-mindedness or lack of concentration
She continued to display inattention to her work despite the deadline.
Ela continuou a demonstrar desatenção ao seu trabalho apesar do prazo.
NYC Slang
zone out; space out; not paying attention
Synonyms
show lack of attention
manifest inattentiveness
display negligence
exhibit absent-mindedness
Antonyms
display attention
show focus
demonstrate concentration
exhibit attentiveness
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
demonstrar desatenção
most common and widely used
Rio de Janeiro
mostrar falta de atenção
alternative common usage
São Paulo
demonstrar desatenção
standard usage, same as general Brazilian
Portugal
demonstrar desatenção; exibir falta de atenção
formal usage preferred
Related Idioms & Phrases
have one's head in the clouds
let one's attention wander
not pay attention
tune out
have a wandering mind
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →