sincere request

[/sɪnˈsɪr rɪˈkwɛst/]
noun phrasepl: sincere requests
pedido sincero
1. A genuine, honest appeal or petition made with true intention and without deception
She made a sincere request for help with her project.
Ela fez um pedido sincero de ajuda com seu projeto.
2. An earnest or heartfelt ask that comes from genuine feelings or needs
His sincere request to join the team was finally accepted.
Seu pedido sincero para entrar na equipe foi finalmente aceito.
In Brazilian culture, sincere requests are highly valued in both personal and professional contexts. The concept reflects the importance placed on authenticity in interpersonal relationships. In American business contexts, sincere requests are often formalized through official channels, while in Brazil they may carry more emotional and relational weight.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
genuine requestheartfelt requestearnest appealhonest pleaauthentic petition
Antonyms / Antônimos
insincere requestfalse requestdishonest appealdeceptive plea

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
pedido sincero
Most common and universally understood term
Rio de Janeiro
pedido de coração
More colloquial, emphasizes emotional genuineness
São Paulo
solicitação sincera
More formal business usage
Portugal
pedido sincero / solicitação autêntica
Similar to Brazilian but slightly more formal register

Related Words

sincerityauthenticityearnestnessgenuinehonesty

Related Idioms & Phrases

from the heart
in all sincerity
de todo coração
com toda sinceridade
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