desigualmente dividido

You can use this phrase as an adjective to describe a noun. It usually follows the verb ser (to be) or estar (to be). If you’re talking about a pizza, it’s está desigualmente dividido. If you’re talking about wealth in a country, it’s é desigualmente dividido. Remember to match the gender! If the object is feminine, use desigualmente dividida. It’s a bit of a mouthful, but it sounds very smart and precise.

Use it when you want to be clear about an imbalance. It works great in professional meetings when discussing workloads. It’s also perfect for complaining to friends about a bill that wasn't split right. You’ll hear it often in news reports about social issues or economics. It’s a versatile tool for your vocabulary belt.

Don't use this if you're looking for heavy slang. It’s a bit too 'proper' for a heated argument with a sibling over a toy. In those cases, Brazilians might just say não tá justo (it's not fair). Avoid it in very poetic or romantic settings. It sounds a bit clinical for matters of the heart. You wouldn't say your love is desigualmente dividido unless you're a math professor.

In Portuguese-speaking cultures, especially in Brazil, there is a deep awareness of social inequality. This phrase is a staple in sociology and daily news. It reflects a society that is constantly grappling with the gap between the rich and poor. Using it shows you understand the nuances of balance and fairness. It’s a word that carries weight in a conversation about society.

You might hear mal dividido for a more casual vibe. If something is really unfair, people say muito mal dividido. In a formal academic paper, you’ll see distribuição desigual. Desigualmente is the adverb form that adds that extra layer of 'sophistication' to your speech. It’s the difference between saying 'badly split' and 'unequally partitioned'.