zero response

[/ˈzɪroʊ rɪˈspɑːns/]
nounpl: zero responses
nenhuma resposta
1. A complete absence of reply or feedback to a message, request, or communication
After sending three emails, I received a zero response from the company.
Depois de enviar três e-mails, recebi nenhuma resposta da empresa.
2. In technical or scientific contexts, a lack of measurable reaction or output to a stimulus or input
The experiment showed a zero response when the catalyst was absent.
O experimento mostrou nenhuma resposta quando o catalisador estava ausente.
3. In customer service or business, a failure to acknowledge or react to a complaint, inquiry, or request
The customer complained about the zero response from the support team.
O cliente reclamou sobre a falta de resposta do time de suporte.
In Brazilian business culture, a 'zero response' is often considered disrespectful and can damage professional relationships. Americans and Brazilians tend to expect acknowledgment within 24-48 hours. The term is frequently used in digital communication contexts, reflecting frustration with unresponsive emails, messages, or customer service interactions.
NYC Slang
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Synonyms / Sinônimos
no responsesilencelack of responsenon-responseabsence of reply
Antonyms / Antônimos
immediate responsefull responsepositive responseprompt reply

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
nenhuma resposta
Most common usage in business and everyday communication
São Paulo
zero retorno
Commonly used in business and professional contexts
Rio de Janeiro
silêncio total
More colloquial expression emphasizing complete silence
Portugal
falta de resposta
More formal phrasing preferred in European Portuguese

Related Words

unresponsivefeedbackcommunicationreplyacknowledgment

Related Idioms & Phrases

radio silence
the silent treatment
fall on deaf ears
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