sincere appeal

[sɪnˈsɪr əˈpiːl]
noun phrasepl: sincere appeals
apelo sincero
1. an earnest and genuine request or plea made with honest intentions and without deception
The charity made a sincere appeal for donations to help flood victims.
A instituição de caridade fez um apelo sincero por doações para ajudar as vítimas da enchente.
2. a heartfelt request that reflects true feelings or convictions
The president made a sincere appeal to the nation for unity and peace.
O presidente fez um apelo sincero à nação por unidade e paz.
3. a genuine call for action or support based on authentic concern
Her sincere appeal for environmental protection resonated with many activists.
Seu apelo sincero pela proteção ambiental ressoou com muitos ativistas.
This phrase is commonly used in formal and institutional contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. In Brazil, sincere appeals are frequently made by charitable organizations, government officials, and social causes. The concept emphasizes authenticity and trust, which are valued in both cultures. In Portuguese, 'apelo' carries the weight of urgency and emotional genuineness, making 'apelo sincero' particularly effective in fundraising and advocacy campaigns.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
genuine appealheartfelt pleaearnest requesthonest entreatyauthentic call
Antonyms / Antônimos
false appealinsincere requestdisingenuous pleadeceptive appealfake entreaty

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
apelo sincero
standard usage across all Brazilian regions
Rio de Janeiro
apelo sincero / chamado sincero
both terms are commonly used
São Paulo
apelo sincero
preferred formal term in business and institutional contexts
Portugal
apelo sincero / apelo genuíno
both terms used; 'genuíno' slightly more common in European Portuguese

Related Words

sincerityauthenticitygenuinenessearnestnesspleapetitionentreaty

Related Idioms & Phrases

make a sincere appeal
sincere appeal to one's better nature
sincere appeal for help
answer a sincere appeal
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