impulsive statement
[ɪmˈpʌlsɪv ˈsteɪtmənt]
nounpl: impulsive statements
declaração impulsiva
1. A remark, comment, or assertion made suddenly and without careful thought or consideration, often driven by immediate emotion or instinct rather than rational deliberation
His impulsive statement about quitting the job shocked everyone in the meeting.
Sua declaração impulsiva sobre sair do trabalho chocou todos na reunião.
2. Words spoken hastily that the speaker may later regret, typically made without weighing consequences
In anger, she made an impulsive statement she would apologize for later.
Furiosa, ela fez uma declaração impulsiva pela qual se desculparia depois.
In both Brazilian and American cultures, making impulsive statements in professional or formal settings is generally considered unprofessional and may damage reputation. However, in casual social contexts, spontaneous remarks are often more accepted. The phrase reflects universal concerns about impulsivity across cultures, though Brazilian Portuguese may use slightly different expressions to emphasize the emotional or spontaneous nature of such statements.
NYC Slang
off-the-wall comment; shoot from the hip statement
Related Idioms & Phrases
speak before thinking
let one's mouth run away with one
shoot from the hip
say the first thing that comes to mind
falar sem pensar (Portuguese)
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