maneira aberta

[ma-nay-rah ah-behr-tah]
noun phrasefemininepl: maneiras abertas
open manner; frank/candid way
1. A way of acting or communicating that is transparent, honest, and direct without concealment or deception
He spoke in an open manner about his concerns.
Ele falou de maneira aberta sobre suas preocupações.
2. An approach or method that is accessible and inclusive to all parties
The company adopted an open manner in dealing with its employees.
A empresa adotou uma maneira aberta ao lidar com seus funcionários.
In Brazilian culture, 'maneira aberta' reflects the value placed on direct communication and transparency in both personal relationships and professional settings. It contrasts with more formal or indirect communication styles and is often seen as a positive attribute in interpersonal dynamics.
NYC Slang
straight up; keeping it real
Synonyms / Sinônimos
forma transparentemodo francojeito sinceroabordagem direta
Antonyms / Antônimos
maneira fechadaforma dissimuladamodo secretoabordagem enganosa

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
maneira aberta
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
maneira aberta
Common in business and professional contexts
Portugal
maneira aberta
Used similarly to Brazilian Portuguese; equivalent usage

Related Words

transparênciafranquezasinceridadecomunicação aberta

Related Idioms & Phrases

de forma aberta e honesta
com total franqueza
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