seem unconcerned

[/siːm ʌnkənˈsɜːrnd/]
verb phrase
parecer despreocupado/a
1. to appear or give the impression of being indifferent, unworried, or not bothered about something
He seemed unconcerned about the deadline even though it was approaching fast.
Ele parecia despreocupado com o prazo, mesmo que estivesse se aproximando rapidamente.
2. to display a calm or nonchalant demeanor despite potentially serious circumstances
She seemed unconcerned as the storm raged outside her window.
Ela parecia despreocupada enquanto a tempestade zunia fora de sua janela.
In both Brazilian and American English contexts, appearing unconcerned can be interpreted as either admirable composure or dismissive indifference depending on the social situation. In Brazil, 'despreocupado' often carries a more positive connotation of carefree attitude, while in English-speaking cultures it might suggest apathy or lack of engagement.
NYC Slang
look unbothered; act cool as a cucumber
Synonyms / Sinônimos
appear indifferentseem untroubledappear unmovedseem detachedlook unbothered
Antonyms / Antônimos
seem concernedappear worriedlook anxiousseem troubled

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
parecer despreocupado/a
standard usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
parecer tranquilo/a
more colloquial, emphasizing calmness and relaxation
São Paulo
parecer indiferente
more formal, emphasizing lack of interest
Portugal
parecer despreocupado/a; parecer indiferente
both forms used; similar to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

unconcernedindifferentnonchalantunfazedcomposed

Related Idioms & Phrases

not bat an eye
cool as a cucumber
play it cool
brush something off
not give a care
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