ungentlemanly behavior
[/ʌnˈdʒɛntəlmənli bɪˈheɪvjər/]
noun phrasepl: ungentlemanly behaviors
comportamento deselegante
1. conduct that lacks the courtesy, respect, and propriety expected of a gentleman; disrespectful or crude behavior
His ungentlemanly behavior at the dinner party offended all the guests.
Seu comportamento deselegante na festa de jantar ofendeu todos os convidados.
2. actions that violate social conventions and etiquette, particularly toward women or in formal settings
Interrupting a lady while she speaks is considered ungentlemanly behavior.
Interromper uma mulher enquanto ela fala é considerado comportamento deselegante.
3. discourteous or dishonorable conduct unbecoming of a refined person
The athlete's ungentlemanly behavior on the field resulted in a fine.
O comportamento deselegante do atleta no campo resultou em uma multa.
This phrase reflects Victorian and early 20th-century social codes emphasizing gentleman conduct, still referenced in formal contexts. In Brazil, the concept persists in upper-class social circles and formal business environments, though modern usage is less rigid. In American English, it's considered somewhat outdated but still appears in traditional or formal discourse, particularly in private clubs, academic institutions, and when discussing historical conduct.
NYC Slang
acting like a jerk; not cool; disrespectful moves
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