indefinite advice
[/ˌɪndɪˈfɪnət ədˈvaɪs/]
noun phrasepl: indefinite advices
conselho indefinido
1. guidance or recommendation that lacks clear specificity, concrete details, or definite direction; vague counsel without precise instructions or fixed parameters
The manager gave indefinite advice about improving performance without specifying what needed to change.
O gerente deu um conselho indefinido sobre melhorar o desempenho sem especificar o que precisava mudar.
2. counsel that is uncertain, unclear, or not bounded by specific conditions or timeframes
Her indefinite advice to 'do better' left the team confused about expectations.
Seu conselho indefinido de 'fazer melhor' deixou o time confuso sobre as expectativas.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, indefinite advice is generally viewed negatively in professional settings, where clarity and specificity are valued. In Brazilian culture, where personal relationships often influence communication, vague advice might sometimes be softened language to preserve harmony, though it's still considered problematic in formal workplace contexts.
NYC Slang
wishy-washy tip; weak sauce guidance
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