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wise choice

[/waɪz tʃɔɪs/]
noun phrasepl: wise choices
escolha sábia
1. A decision or selection made with good judgment, prudence, and careful consideration of consequences
Choosing to study hard was a wise choice that led to her success.
Escolher estudar bastante foi uma escolha sábia que levou ao seu sucesso.
2. An option or alternative that demonstrates intelligence and foresight
Investing in education is always a wise choice for your future.
Investir em educação é sempre uma escolha sábia para o seu futuro.
NYC Slang
smart move
Synonyms
smart decisiongood choiceprudent decisionsensible optionjudicious choice
Antonyms
poor choicefoolish decisionunwise decisionbad choicereckless choice

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
escolha sábia
Standard translation used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
escolha inteligente
Common alternative emphasizing intelligence
Rio de Janeiro
boa escolha
More casual and colloquial version
Portugal
escolha sensata
Preferred in European Portuguese, emphasizing sensibility

Related Idioms & Phrases

a no-brainer
the right call
make the right choice
play your cards right
call the shots
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