foolish path
[ˈfuːlɪʃ pæθ]
noun phrasepl: foolish paths
caminho tolo
1. A course of action or direction that is unwise, imprudent, or lacking in good judgment
Investing all your savings in that scheme is a foolish path that will lead to financial ruin.
Investir todas as suas economias nesse esquema é um caminho tolo que levará à ruína financeira.
2. A figurative journey or pursuit characterized by poor decision-making or lack of foresight
He embarked on a foolish path by abandoning his education to chase unrealistic dreams.
Ele trilhou um caminho tolo ao abandonar seus estudos para perseguir sonhos irrealistas.
3. A problematic or self-destructive direction in life or decision-making
Going down that foolish path will only bring you regret and disappointment.
Seguir por esse caminho tolo só trará arrependimento e decepção.
This phrase is used across English-speaking cultures to describe ill-advised life decisions. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'caminho tolo' carries moral judgment about choices, while in American English, the phrase often emphasizes the lack of practical wisdom. The expression is common in self-help, motivational discourse, and cautionary advice in both cultures.
NYC Slang
dumb move / bonehead decision / crazy path
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