terrosidade
1. The quality of being earthy, resembling or containing earth or soil
The earthiness of the clay gave the pottery an authentic rustic appearance.
A terrosidade do barro deu à cerâmica uma aparência rústica autêntica.
2. A down-to-earth, practical, and unpretentious quality or manner
Her earthiness and lack of pretense made her relatable to everyone.
A sua terridade e falta de pretensão a tornaram acessível a todos.
3. In wine or coffee, a mineral or soil-like flavor note
The wine has an earthiness with notes of tobacco and leather.
O vinho tem uma terridade com notas de tabaco e couro.
4. Crude, coarse, or vulgar quality in language or behavior
The comedian's humor was full of earthiness and ribald jokes.
O humor do comediante estava repleto de uma qualidade terrena e piadas obscenas.
In Brazilian culture, 'earthiness' is often associated with authenticity and genuineness, particularly valued in music (such as samba and forró) and in personal relationships. The term reflects a cultural appreciation for unpretentious, natural qualities. In American usage, it can range from complimentary (genuine, practical) to pejorative (crude, vulgar), depending on context. In wine and food culture, both regions value earthy flavor profiles as indicators of terroir and quality.
NYC Slang
real/keeping it real (for the sense of authenticity and lack of pretense)
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