truthful request

[TROOTH-ful rih-KWEST]
noun phrasepl: truthful requests
pedido honesto
1. A request made with sincere intentions and honest communication, without deception or manipulation
She made a truthful request for help with her project.
Ela fez um pedido honesto de ajuda com seu projeto.
2. An appeal or petition based on factual information and genuine need
The refugee's truthful request for asylum was carefully documented.
O pedido honesto de asilo do refugiado foi cuidadosamente documentado.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, a 'truthful request' is valued in interpersonal and professional settings as it builds trust and credibility. Brazilians often emphasize 'sinceridade' (sincerity) in communication, while Americans value 'honesty' and directness. Making a truthful request is seen as a mark of integrity and character in both cultures.
NYC Slang
straight-up request
Synonyms / Sinônimos
honest requestsincere requestgenuine requestcandid requestforthright request
Antonyms / Antônimos
deceitful requestfalse requestdishonest requestfraudulent requestmisleading request

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
pedido honesto
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
pedido sincero
Alternative common phrasing in carioca speech
São Paulo
solicitação honesta
More formal business usage
Portugal
pedido verdadeiro
European Portuguese preference for 'verdadeiro' over 'honesto'

Related Words

honestysinceritytransparencyintegrityauthenticitycandor

Related Idioms & Phrases

call it straight
lay your cards on the table
come clean
ask in good faith
keep it real
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