unsuitable directions
[/ʌnˈsuːtəbəl dɪˈrekʃənz/]
noun phrase
direções inadequadas
1. instructions or guidance that are not appropriate, fitting, or proper for a given situation, person, or purpose
The unsuitable directions led the hikers away from the safe trail.
As direções inadequadas levaram os caminhantes para longe da trilha segura.
2. navigational or instructional guidance that is improper or unfit for achieving the desired outcome
Following unsuitable directions, the delivery driver ended up at the wrong address.
Seguindo direções inadequadas, o motorista de entrega chegou ao endereço errado.
3. guidance or counsel that is inappropriate or unbecoming for the context or recipient
The manager gave unsuitable directions to the new employee, causing confusion.
O gerente deu direções inadequadas ao novo funcionário, causando confusão.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, receiving unsuitable directions can be frustrating. In Brazil, it's common to ask multiple people for directions to avoid relying on a single source. In the USA, GPS and mapping apps have reduced the frequency of receiving unsuitable directions, though the phrase remains relevant in professional and advisory contexts.
NYC Slang
bad directions; bum steer
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