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resposta sábia

[ʁes'pos.tɐ 'sɐ.bi.ɐ]
nounfemininepl: respostas sábias
wise answer
1. A thoughtful, judicious, or prudent reply that demonstrates wisdom, insight, or good judgment
Her wise answer to the difficult question impressed everyone in the room.
Sua resposta sábia à pergunta difícil impressionou todos na sala.
2. A response characterized by deep understanding and careful consideration of consequences
The mentor gave a wise answer that guided the young student toward the right path.
O mentor deu uma resposta sábia que guiou o jovem estudante para o caminho certo.
Synonyms
resposta judiciosaresposta prudenteresposta sensataresposta perspicazresposta acertada
Antonyms
resposta tolaresposta imprudenteresposta insensataresposta precipitada

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta sábia
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
resposta sábia
Common colloquial expression
São Paulo
resposta sábia
Formal and informal usage
Portugal
resposta sábia
Formal register, more common in written Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

dar uma resposta sábia
com resposta sábia
resposta sábia de quem sabe
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