official remark
[/əˈfɪʃəl rɪˈmɑːrk/]
nounpl: official remarks
comentário oficial
1. A formal statement or comment made by an authorized person or representative in an official capacity, often on behalf of an organization, government, or institution
The spokesperson made an official remark regarding the company's new policy.
O porta-voz fez um comentário oficial sobre a nova política da empresa.
2. A statement delivered through proper channels that carries the authority and weight of an official position
The minister's official remark addressed the concerns raised by the opposition.
O comentário oficial do ministro abordou as preocupações levantadas pela oposição.
In both Brazil and the USA, official remarks carry legal and political weight. They are typically delivered by authorized spokespersons during press conferences or through official channels. In Brazilian politics and business, official remarks (comentários oficiais) are often used to clarify positions and address public concerns formally. The distinction between 'official' and 'unofficial' statements is particularly important in legal and governmental contexts across both cultures.
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