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impertinent

[/ɪmˈpɜːrtɪnənt/]
adjective
impertinente
1. not showing due respect; impolite or disrespectful
The impertinent child interrupted the teacher during the lesson.
A criança impertinente interrompeu a professora durante a aula.
2. not relevant or pertinent to the matter at hand
His comments were impertinent to the discussion.
Seus comentários eram impertinentes para a discussão.
NYC Slang
fresh, mouthy, or sassy
Synonyms
disrespectfulrudeinsolentirrelevantimpolitecheekypresumptuous
Antonyms
politerespectfulrelevantappropriatecourteouspertinent

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
impertinente
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
impertinente
Standard usage; slightly more formal register in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

impertinent remark
impertinent question
impertinent behavior
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