B1 Expression Neutral

Para ser sincero/a.

To be honest.

Meaning

Introduces a frank or candid opinion, even if unpopular.

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Cultural Background

In Brazil, this phrase is often used to soften the blow of a 'no'.

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Gender matters

Always check your gender agreement.

Meaning

Introduces a frank or candid opinion, even if unpopular.

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Gender matters

Always check your gender agreement.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence with the correct gender form.

____ (sincero/a), eu não sei a resposta.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Depends on speaker

Both are correct depending on the speaker's gender.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence with the correct gender form. Fill Blank A1

____ (sincero/a), eu não sei a resposta.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Depends on speaker

Both are correct depending on the speaker's gender.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, but be careful not to sound too blunt.

Related Phrases

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Para falar a verdade

synonym

To tell the truth

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