indirect statement
[ˌɪn.dəˈrekt ˈsteɪt.mənt]
nounpl: indirect statements
oração subordinada substantiva (discurso indireto)
1. A grammatical construction that reports what someone said without using their exact words, typically introduced by a conjunction like 'that' or 'if'
She said that she would arrive tomorrow.
Ela disse que chegaria amanhã.
2. In Latin grammar, a dependent clause that expresses an idea indirectly, often using infinitive constructions (accusative and infinitive)
He believes them to be guilty. (Latin: Eos culpabiles esse credit.)
Ele acredita que eles são culpados.
3. A statement that conveys information or emotion in an implied or suggestive manner rather than explicitly
Her comment about his lateness was an indirect statement of disapproval.
Seu comentário sobre o atraso dele foi uma crítica indireta.
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