honest intention
[ˈɑːnɪst ɪnˈtenʃən]
noun phrasepl: honest intentions
intenção honesta
1. a genuine and sincere purpose or plan to do something without deception or ulterior motives
Despite the failed project, his honest intention was to help the company succeed.
Apesar do projeto fracassado, sua intenção honesta era ajudar a empresa a ter sucesso.
2. a truthful declaration of one's aims or goals
She stated her honest intentions from the beginning of the relationship.
Ela declarou suas intenções honestas desde o início do relacionamento.
In Brazilian culture, 'intenção honesta' is valued as an important aspect of personal and business relationships. The phrase reflects the cultural emphasis on sincerity and transparency. In American culture, honest intentions are often discussed in legal and interpersonal contexts as a basis for trust and good faith agreements.
NYC Slang
real talk / keeping it real (informal equivalent expressing genuine intention)
Related Idioms & Phrases
with the best of intentions
come hell or high water (determination to fulfill honest intention)
mean well
have one's heart in the right place
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