mal feito
1. executed or completed in an inadequate, substandard, or careless manner
The poorly done renovation left the house in worse condition than before.
A reforma mal feita deixou a casa em pior condição do que antes.
2. lacking skill, care, or attention to detail in performance
His poorly done homework assignment resulted in a failing grade.
Seu trabalho de casa mal feito resultou em uma nota de reprovação.
3. of inferior quality or craftsmanship
The poorly done painting had visible brush strokes and uneven color.
A pintura mal feita tinha pinceladas visíveis e cor irregular.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'poorly done' is a direct assessment of quality and is commonly used in professional, educational, and casual settings. In Brazil, the phrase 'mal feito' is neutral and straightforward, while colloquial alternatives like 'meia boca' (literally 'half-mouth') convey additional judgment. In NYC and American English, slang alternatives like 'whack' or 'trash' emphasize disapproval more informally.
NYC Slang
whack / trash / half-assed / done dirty
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