meticulosos
[meh-tee-koo-LOH-zoos]
adjectivemasculinepl: meticulosos (masculine plural) / meticulosas (feminine plural)
meticulous, scrupulous, careful, painstaking
1. showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise in one's work or approach
The surgeon's meticulosos approach to the operation ensured perfect results.
A abordagem meticulosa do cirurgião garantiu resultados perfeitos na operação.
2. characterized by excessive attention to minor details; overly fussy or particular
He is meticulosos about the organization of his workspace.
Ele é meticuloso com a organização do seu espaço de trabalho.
In Brazilian professional culture, being described as 'meticuloso' is generally a compliment, especially in fields like engineering, medicine, and law. However, in casual contexts, it can sometimes carry a slightly negative connotation suggesting someone is overly fussy or particular about minor things. The word reflects cultural values placed on precision and attention to quality in work.
Related Idioms & Phrases
ser meticuloso nos detalhes (to be meticulous about details)
atenção meticulosa (meticulous attention)
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