honest request

[ˈɑnɪst rɪˈkwɛst]
noun phrasepl: honest requests
pedido honesto
1. A sincere and straightforward appeal or ask made with truthful intentions, without deception or hidden motives
I make an honest request for your assistance with this project.
Faço um pedido honesto pela sua ajuda neste projeto.
2. A genuine plea or petition made with integrity and transparency
This is an honest request from someone who truly needs help.
Este é um pedido honesto de alguém que realmente precisa de ajuda.
In both American and Brazilian cultures, making an 'honest request' implies moral integrity and builds trust. Brazilians value directness and sincerity in personal interactions, while Americans appreciate transparency in business dealings. The phrase conveys respect and good faith between parties.
NYC Slang
keepin' it real request
Synonyms / Sinônimos
sincere requestgenuine appealtruthful pleastraightforward ask
Antonyms / Antônimos
dishonest requestdeceptive appealinsincere pleafalse demand

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
pedido honesto
Standard form used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
pedido sincero
Alternative colloquial preference
São Paulo
pedido honesto
Standard usage in business contexts
Portugal
pedido honesto
Same translation used in European Portuguese

Related Words

honestyintegritysinceritytransparencytruthfulness

Related Idioms & Phrases

honest to God request
honest-to-goodness appeal
straight-up request
no strings attached request
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