surface manner

[ˈsɜrfɪs ˈmænər]

nounpl: surface manners

aparência superficial; modo de comportamento superficial

1. A way of behaving or appearing that is superficial, outward, or not reflective of one's true character or feelings

Despite his surface manner of friendliness, he was actually quite bitter.

Apesar de sua aparência superficial de amabilidade, ele era na verdade bastante amargado.

2. The external or apparent demeanor presented to others, which may mask underlying emotions or intentions

She maintained a surface manner of confidence throughout the presentation.

Ela manteve uma aparência superficial de confiança durante toda a apresentação.

NYC Slang

front; put-on; fake vibe

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

aparência superficial; modo de agir superficial

commonly used in both formal and informal contexts

São Paulo

jeito superficial; forma de se apresentar

urban usage, often in professional settings

Portugal

comportamento superficial; aparência enganosa

formal or literary contexts

to judge by surface manners

beneath the surface manner

a surface manner that belies the truth

surface manner versus substance

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