unpolished answer

[/ʌnˈpɒlɪʃt ˈænsər/]
noun phrasepl: unpolished answers
resposta bruta
1. A response that is rough, crude, or not refined; an answer given without careful thought, editing, or presentation
His unpolished answer to the interview question revealed his lack of preparation.
Sua resposta bruta à pergunta da entrevista revelou sua falta de preparação.
2. A candid or straightforward response without diplomatic language or social refinement
She gave an unpolished answer that was honest but perhaps too blunt for the formal setting.
Ela deu uma resposta bruta que era honesta, mas talvez muito direta para o ambiente formal.
3. A preliminary or rough draft of an answer before final revision
The student submitted an unpolished answer and asked for feedback before the final submission.
O aluno apresentou uma resposta bruta e pediu feedback antes da apresentação final.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, an 'unpolished answer' is often viewed negatively in formal settings such as job interviews or academic presentations, where refined communication is valued. However, in casual contexts or creative environments, such answers may be appreciated for their authenticity and directness. In Brazilian culture, there's often appreciation for 'jogo de cintura' (diplomatic finesse), making unpolished answers less preferred in professional contexts.
NYC Slang
rough answer / raw take
Synonyms / Sinônimos
rough answercrude responseraw answerunrefined responsehasty answerblunt response
Antonyms / Antônimos
polished answerrefined responsearticulate answereloquent responsewell-crafted answer

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta bruta
Most common translation in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
resposta sem polimento
More literal translation, commonly understood
Rio de Janeiro
resposta crua
Informal usage, emphasizing rawness
Portugal
resposta não refinada
European Portuguese preference for more formal phrasing

Related Words

polishrefinementarticulationeloquencepresentationcandor

Related Idioms & Phrases

speak off the cuff
give it to someone straight
not mince words
raw and unfiltered
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