simple statement

[/ˈsɪmpəl ˈsteɪtmənt/]
nounpl: simple statements
declaração simples
1. A clear, straightforward assertion or declaration that expresses a single idea or fact without complexity or qualification
The witness gave a simple statement about what she saw at the accident.
A testemunha fez uma declaração simples sobre o que viu no acidente.
2. In logic and grammar, a sentence that contains one independent clause and no dependent clauses
The sentence 'The cat is sleeping' is a simple statement.
A frase 'O gato está dormindo' é uma declaração simples.
3. A basic or elementary claim or assertion without elaboration
His simple statement about the problem helped clarify the situation.
Sua declaração simples sobre o problema ajudou a esclarecer a situação.
In Brazilian and American legal and academic contexts, 'simple statement' is commonly used in courts, educational settings, and formal documentation. It emphasizes clarity and directness, values highly regarded in both English and Portuguese-speaking professional environments. The term reflects a preference for unambiguous communication in formal discourse.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
plain statementdirect assertionstraightforward claimbasic assertionelementary declaration
Antonyms / Antônimos
complex statementcompound statementelaborate statementqualified statementequivocal statement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
declaração simples
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
afirmação simples
Also used interchangeably
São Paulo
declaração simples
Standard business and legal usage
Portugal
afirmação simples
Preferred in European Portuguese contexts

Related Words

declarationassertionclaimstatementsentencepropositionsimplicity

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep it simple
plain and simple
cut to the chase
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