Sem desrespeito...
No disrespect...
Language note: 'Sem' sounds like the English 'same', but with a shorter 'e'.
Culture note: This phrase often precedes an awkward or honest statement, a common use in humor.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Sem
[SEHN]
Without
Indicates the absence of something.
Ela fez isso sem avisar.
She did it without warning.
desrespeito
[dyes-res-PEH-toh]
disrespect
Lack of respect or courtesy.
Ele falou sem desrespeito.
He spoke without disrespect.
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