intuitive feeling
[/ɪnˈtjuːɪtɪv ˈfiːlɪŋ/]
noun phrasefemininepl: intuitive feelings / intuições intuitivas
intuição
1. An immediate understanding or knowing of something without conscious reasoning; a gut feeling or instinctive sense
She had an intuitive feeling that something was wrong with the contract before she even read it carefully.
Ela tinha uma intuição de que algo estava errado no contrato antes mesmo de lê-lo com cuidado.
2. A spontaneous impression or sensation that comes from inner wisdom rather than logical analysis
My intuitive feeling told me to trust him despite the red flags.
Minha intuição me disse para confiar nele apesar dos sinais de alerta.
In both Brazilian and American cultures, intuitive feelings are increasingly recognized and valued in decision-making contexts, especially in business and personal relationships. Brazilians often emphasize the emotional and spiritual dimensions of intuition, while Americans tend to frame it in terms of 'gut instinct' or 'business acumen.' The concept is deeply rooted in human psychology and is respected across both cultures as a valid form of knowledge.
NYC Slang
gut feeling / that vibe
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