wrong explanations

[rɔŋ ɪkˈsplənˈeɪʃənz]
noun phrase
explicações erradas
1. inaccurate or incorrect accounts or clarifications provided to justify, describe, or elucidate something
The student gave wrong explanations for why the experiment failed.
O aluno deu explicações erradas sobre o motivo da falha do experimento.
2. false or misleading reasons offered to account for a particular event or situation
His wrong explanations about the missing money only made matters worse.
Suas explicações erradas sobre o dinheiro desaparecido apenas pioraram as coisas.
In Brazilian educational contexts, 'explicações erradas' is frequently used in academic and pedagogical discussions. The phrase emphasizes the importance of accurate information in teaching and learning environments, reflecting a cultural value placed on clear communication and correct understanding.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
false explanationsincorrect explanationsinaccurate explanationsmisleading explanationsfaulty explanations
Antonyms / Antônimos
correct explanationsaccurate explanationsright explanationstruthful explanationsvalid explanations

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
explicações erradas
most common standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
explicações erradas / explicação errada
may use singular form more frequently in casual speech
São Paulo
explicações incorretas
alternative using 'incorretas' is also common in formal contexts
Portugal
explicações incorretas
Portuguese Portuguese prefers 'incorretas' over 'erradas' in formal writing

Related Words

misconceptionmisinformationmisinterpretationfalsehoodclarificationjustification

Related Idioms & Phrases

barking up the wrong tree
get the wrong end of the stick
wrong side of the bed
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