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tactlessness
[/ˈtæktləsnəs/]
noun
falta de tato
1.
The quality or state of being tactless; lack of sensitivity or discretion in dealing with others
His tactlessness in making jokes about her appearance offended everyone at the party.
A falta de tato dele ao fazer piadas sobre a aparência dela ofendeu todos na festa.
2.
An instance of insensitive or indiscreet behavior or speech
The diplomat's tactlessness nearly caused an international incident.
A falta de tato do diplomata quase causou um incidente internacional.
NYC Slang
lack of game
Synonyms
insensitivity
rudeness
indiscretion
impoliteness
bluntness
thoughtlessness
inconsiderateness
Antonyms
tact
diplomacy
tactfulness
sensitivity
discretion
politeness
considerateness
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
falta de tato
Standard usage; also 'falta de sensibilidade' or 'grosseria'
Rio de Janeiro
falta de tato
Common; sometimes 'sem-vergonha' for more serious cases
São Paulo
falta de tato
Standard; 'deselegância' also used in formal contexts
Portugal
falta de tato
Standard; 'desconsideração' or 'má educação' also acceptable
Related Idioms & Phrases
to put one's foot in one's mouth
to speak without thinking
a bull in a china shop
meter os pés pelas mãos
falar sem pensar
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