innocent misreading
[/ˈɪnəsənt ˌmɪsˈriːdɪŋ/]
nounpl: innocent misreadings
leitura inocente incorreta
1. an unintentional or blameless misinterpretation of written or spoken words, without malicious intent or negligence
His innocent misreading of the instructions led to a harmless mistake rather than a serious error.
Sua leitura inocente incorreta das instruções resultou em um erro inofensivo em vez de um erro grave.
2. a genuine mistake in understanding or interpreting text where no fault or carelessness can be attributed to the reader
The innocent misreading of the ambiguous sign caused confusion among visitors.
A leitura inocente incorreta da placa ambígua causou confusão entre os visitantes.
The concept of 'innocent misreading' is particularly relevant in legal and academic contexts in both Brazil and the USA, where distinguishing between intentional and unintentional errors carries significant consequences. In Brazilian Portuguese, the emphasis on 'inocente' (innocent) distinguishes this from malicious or negligent misreadings, reflecting a legal and moral framework that considers intent.
Related Idioms & Phrases
a case of mistaken identity
reading between the lines
get the wrong end of the stick
miss the point
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