true values

[/truː ˈvæljuːz/]
noun phrase
valores verdadeiros
1. The fundamental principles, beliefs, or ideals that a person or organization genuinely holds and considers most important
Her true values became evident when she sacrificed profit to help those in need.
Seus valores verdadeiros ficaram evidentes quando ela sacrificou lucro para ajudar necessitados.
2. In mathematics and science, the actual or correct values of a variable or constant, as opposed to estimated or measured values
The true values of the physical constants were determined through precise experimentation.
Os valores verdadeiros das constantes físicas foram determinados através de experimentação precisa.
3. One's authentic core beliefs that guide personal conduct and decision-making
Living according to your true values leads to greater fulfillment.
Viver de acordo com seus valores verdadeiros leva a maior realização pessoal.
In both American and Brazilian cultures, 'true values' is frequently invoked in discussions about personal integrity, corporate ethics, and social responsibility. In Brazil, there's emphasis on 'valores verdadeiros' in family-oriented and community contexts, while in the USA it often appears in self-help, entrepreneurial, and corporate culture discourse. The phrase reflects a cultural emphasis on authenticity and alignment between beliefs and actions.
NYC Slang
keeping it real
Synonyms / Sinônimos
core valuesfundamental principlesauthentic beliefsmoral principlesactual values
Antonyms / Antônimos
false valuessuperficial valuespretended valuesestimated values

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
valores verdadeiros
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
valores verdadeiros
Standard usage, sometimes informally shortened to 'verdadeiros valores'
São Paulo
valores verdadeiros
Business and formal contexts frequently use this term
Portugal
valores autênticos ou valores verdadeiros
Portuguese preference sometimes uses 'autênticos' for emphasis on authenticity

Related Words

integrityauthenticityethicsprinciplesconvictionsbeliefs

Related Idioms & Phrases

walk the walk and talk the talk
practice what you preach
stand by your principles
live authentically
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