reserved

[/rɪˈzɜːrvd/]

adjective

reservado

1. Kept back or set aside for a particular purpose or person

This table is reserved for VIP guests.

Esta mesa é reservada para convidados VIP.

2. Showing restraint in manner or speech; not openly expressive or communicative

He has a reserved personality and doesn't share much about himself.

Ele tem uma personalidade reservada e não compartilha muito sobre si mesmo.

3. Cautious or restrained in behavior

She maintained a reserved attitude during the meeting.

Ela manteve uma atitude reservada durante a reunião.

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General Brazilian

reservado

Standard usage across Brazil

São Paulo

reservado

Common usage in business and formal contexts

Portugal

reservado

Identical to Brazilian usage; standard European Portuguese

reserved judgment - to withhold one's opinion until more information is available

keep in reserve - to save something for future use

reserved seating - designated seats set aside for specific patrons

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