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gesto rude

[ˈʒɛʃ.tu ˈru.dɨ]
noun phrasemasculinepl: gestos rudes
rude gesture
1. A physical movement or sign made with the body (usually hands or face) that is impolite, disrespectful, or offensive to others
Making a rude gesture at someone is considered impolite in most cultures.
Fazer um gesto rude para alguém é considerado falta de educação na maioria das culturas.
2. An insulting or contemptuous motion intended to offend or provoke
He responded to the criticism with a rude gesture.
Ele respondeu à crítica com um gesto rude.
NYC Slang
bad gesture; middle finger
Synonyms
gesto ofensivogesto desrespeitosogesto insultuosogesto grosseiro
Antonyms
gesto cortêsgesto educadogesto respeitosogesto amável

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
gesto rude
Standard usage; commonly understood
Portugal
gesto rude
Standard usage; also 'gesto desrespeitoso' is common
Brazil
gesto de desrespeito
Alternative form more frequently used in formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

fazer um gesto rude
responder com um gesto rude
gesto rude com a mão
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