be left alone
[bi lɛft əˈloʊn]
verb phrase
ser deixado em paz / ficar sozinho
1. to be permitted to remain without company or interference; to not be disturbed or bothered
I just want to be left alone to finish my work.
Eu só quero ser deixado em paz para terminar meu trabalho.
2. to have solitude without unwanted attention or interaction
She needs to be left alone after the argument.
Ela precisa ficar sozinha depois da discussão.
3. to not receive interruptions or harassment
Leave him alone; he wants to be left alone.
Deixe-o em paz; ele quer ser deixado em paz.
This phrase is universally understood in both American and Brazilian contexts. In Brazil, it's commonly used to express a need for personal space or to request non-interference. Americans often use this phrase to assert boundaries, while Brazilians may use it more softly in social contexts. The phrase reflects a universal human need for autonomy and respect for personal boundaries.
NYC Slang
leave me be / leave me alone / back off
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