truthful tone
[/ˈtruːθfəl toʊn/]
noun phrasepl: truthful tones
tom veraz, tom sincero, tom honesto
1. A manner of speaking or writing that conveys honesty, sincerity, and authenticity without deception
She spoke in a truthful tone that made everyone believe her story.
Ela falou em um tom veraz que fez todos acreditarem em sua história.
2. A voice quality or communication style that reflects genuine conviction and factual accuracy
The witness testified in a truthful tone that impressed the jury.
A testemunha depôs em um tom sincero que impressionou o júri.
3. The quality of sound or expression that indicates the speaker is being forthright and not misleading
He delivered the bad news in a truthful tone, not trying to sugarcoat it.
Ele entregou a má notícia em um tom honesto, sem tentar amenizá-la.
In Brazilian culture, a truthful tone is highly valued in personal relationships and business dealings as a sign of respect and trustworthiness. In American culture, especially in formal settings like courtrooms or journalism, a truthful tone is considered essential to credibility. The concept emphasizes the importance of authenticity over politeness in communication.
NYC Slang
keeping it real, straight up
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