unguarded reply

[/ʌnˈɡɑrdɪd rɪˈplaɪ/]
nounpl: unguarded replies
resposta descuidada
1. A response or answer given without careful thought, caution, or consideration of consequences; a spontaneous or careless remark
In an unguarded reply, he revealed confidential information about the project.
Em uma resposta descuidada, ele revelou informações confidenciais sobre o projeto.
2. A statement made without filtering or restraint, often exposing one's true feelings or opinions
Her unguarded reply showed her true feelings about the situation.
Sua resposta descuidada revelou seus verdadeiros sentimentos sobre a situação.
This phrase is commonly used in professional and social contexts in both American and Brazilian English/Portuguese to describe moments where someone reveals more than intended. In Brazilian culture, such moments are often treated with humor and understanding, while in more formal American contexts they may be viewed as breaches of professionalism or diplomacy.
NYC Slang
off-the-cuff remark, loose lips
Synonyms / Sinônimos
careless remarkoffhand commentthoughtless responsecandid remarkslip of the tongue
Antonyms / Antônimos
guarded replymeasured responsecalculated answercautious remarkdiplomatic response

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
resposta descuidada
Most common and neutral usage
Rio de Janeiro
resposta sem filtro
More colloquial, emphasizing lack of self-control
São Paulo
resposta impensada
Emphasis on lack of reflection before speaking
Portugal
resposta desprevenida
Portuguese variant; slightly more formal

Related Words

unguarded momentcandidforthrightthoughtlessimpulsive

Related Idioms & Phrases

let one's guard down
speak off the cuff
wear one's heart on one's sleeve
foot in mouth
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