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inconsiderate behavior

[/ˌɪnkənˈsɪdərət bɪˈheɪvjər/]
nounpl: inconsiderate behaviors
comportamento desatencioso
1. Actions or conduct that show a lack of regard for the feelings, needs, or circumstances of other people
Talking loudly on your phone in a library is inconsiderate behavior.
Falar alto ao telefone em uma biblioteca é um comportamento desatencioso.
2. Thoughtless or rude actions that disregard social norms or the comfort of those around you
His inconsiderate behavior at the dinner party offended several guests.
Seu comportamento desatencioso na festa de jantar ofendeu vários convidados.
NYC Slang
being a jerk; acting like a bum; rude move
Synonyms
rude behaviorthoughtless conductdisrespectful behaviorimpolite behaviorselfish behavior
Antonyms
considerate behaviorthoughtful conductrespectful behaviorpolite behaviorcourteous behavior

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comportamento desatencioso
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
falta de consideração
Alternative phrasing commonly used
São Paulo
comportamento desatento
Slight variation in formality
Portugal
comportamento desconsiderado
Preferred term in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

stepping on someone's toes
rubbing someone the wrong way
lack of consideration
disregard for others
thoughtless act
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