disregarding consequences

[dɪsrɪˈɡɑrdɪŋ ˈkɑnsɪkwənsɪz]
verb phrase / gerund
desconsiderando as consequências
1. ignoring or not taking into account the possible negative results or outcomes of an action
He acted disregarding consequences and invested all his savings in a risky venture.
Ele agiu desconsiderando as consequências e investiu todas as suas economias em um negócio arriscado.
2. proceeding without concern for potential negative effects or repercussions
The company continued its practices disregarding consequences for the environment.
A empresa continuou suas práticas desconsiderando as consequências para o meio ambiente.
This phrase reflects a common theme in both American and Brazilian cultures regarding personal responsibility and decision-making. In Brazil, there is a cultural tendency toward immediate action ('jogo de cintura'), which sometimes contrasts with careful planning. In the USA, 'disregarding consequences' is often viewed negatively in professional and legal contexts, while in casual speech it may be used to describe bold entrepreneurial spirit. The phrase carries moral judgment about imprudent behavior in both cultures.
NYC Slang
acting reckless / not giving a care
Synonyms / Sinônimos
ignoring consequencesrecklesslyheedlesslywithout regardregardless of outcomes
Antonyms / Antônimos
considering consequencesthoughtfullycarefullyprudentlycautiously

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desconsiderando as consequências
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
sem ligar para as consequências
More colloquial, common in spoken language
São Paulo
ignorando as consequências
Direct equivalent, formal and informal usage
Portugal
desconsiderando as consequências / ignorando as repercussões
Similar to Brazilian Portuguese but may use 'repercussões' more frequently

Related Words

recklessnessnegligenceirresponsibilityimprudencethoughtlessness

Related Idioms & Phrases

throw caution to the wind
damn the consequences
with reckless abandon
devil may care attitude
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