Cara a cara
Example: Eles conversaram cara a cara para resolver o problema.
Definition
"Cara a cara" is an adverbial phrase used to describe a situation where two or more people interact directly, face-to-face, without any intermediaries or barriers. For example, in "Eles conversaram cara a cara para resolver o problema," it highlights personal, direct communication to resolve an issue.
Etymology
The phrase "cara a cara" literally translates from Portuguese as "face to face." It combines "cara," meaning face, repeated to emphasize directness and closeness in interaction. This expression has been used for centuries to signify personal, immediate encounters, reflecting the importance of seeing the other person during communication.
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