explicit messages

[ɪkˈsplɪsɪt ˈmɛsɪdʒɪz]
noun phrasepl: explicit messages
mensagens explícitas
1. Communications that are clear, direct, and unambiguous in their meaning or content, leaving no room for interpretation
The teacher gave explicit messages about the deadline for the project.
A professora deu mensagens explícitas sobre o prazo do projeto.
2. Messages containing sexual, violent, or otherwise mature content stated openly and directly
The video was labeled as containing explicit messages and was restricted to adults.
O vídeo foi rotulado como contendo mensagens explícitas e restrito a adultos.
3. Direct instructions or information conveyed without suggestion or implication
Explicit messages from the management outlined the new company policies.
Mensagens explícitas da gerência delinearam as novas políticas da empresa.
In Brazilian business culture, explicit messages are highly valued for avoiding misunderstandings. However, in social contexts, Brazilians may prefer more indirect communication to maintain harmony. In the USA and NYC, explicit messages are generally appreciated in professional settings as a sign of transparency and respect for the recipient's intelligence.
NYC Slang
straight up messages / no-nonsense communication
Synonyms / Sinônimos
clear messagesdirect messagesunambiguous messagesstraightforward communicationfrank messages
Antonyms / Antônimos
implicit messageshidden messagesvague messagesambiguous messagesindirect communication

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
mensagens explícitas
Standard usage across Brazil for clear, unambiguous messages
Rio de Janeiro
mensagens explícitas
Common usage, sometimes emphasized with 'bem claro' or 'sem rodeios'
São Paulo
mensagens explícitas
Formal business context usage; often used in corporate communications
Portugal
mensagens explícitas
Identical usage; European Portuguese maintains same terminology

Related Words

explicit contentexplicit languageexplicit instructionexplicit communicationexplicit statement

Related Idioms & Phrases

in no uncertain terms
deixar claro
sem margem para dúvidas
falar na lata
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