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esperteza

[ɛʃpɛɾˈtezɐ]
nounfemininepl: espertezas
cleverness, shrewdness, wit
1. The quality of being clever, quick-witted, or resourceful
He solved the puzzle with great cleverness.
Ele resolveu o quebra-cabeça com muita esperteza.
2. Cunning or slyness, sometimes with a mischievous connotation
She used her shrewdness to negotiate a better deal.
Ela usou sua esperteza para negociar um negócio melhor.
3. A clever trick or witty remark
His esperteza made everyone laugh at the party.
A esperteza dele fez todos rirem na festa.
NYC Slang
street smarts, hustle
Synonyms
astúciasagacidadeinteligênciarapacidademalíciajogo de cintura
Antonyms
ingenuidadesimplicidadeburricetolice

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
esperteza
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
esperteza
Common in carioca dialect, often with emphasis on cunning aspect
São Paulo
esperteza
Standard usage
Portugal
esperteza
Standard usage, may be less common than in Brazil

Related Idioms & Phrases

com esperteza - cleverly, with shrewdness
de esperteza - by being clever or cunning
esperteza de raposa - fox-like cunning
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