unknowing

[/ʌnˈnoʊɪŋ/]

adjective

inconsciente

1. not aware of or informed about something; lacking knowledge or consciousness of

She made an unknowing mistake that cost the company thousands of dollars.

Ela cometeu um erro inconsciente que custou milhares de dólares à empresa.

2. done or made without awareness or intention

He was an unknowing participant in the conspiracy.

Ele era um participante inconsciente da conspiração.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

inconsciente

most common usage

General Brazilian

desconhecedor

more formal alternative

Portugal

inconsciente

primary translation

Portugal

ignorante

alternative when emphasizing lack of knowledge

unknowing participant - participante inconsciente

unknowingly - inconscientemente, sem saber

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