be thriving
[/bi ˈθraɪvɪŋ/]
verb phrase
estar prosperando
1. to be growing, developing, or succeeding well; to flourish
The business is thriving despite the economic challenges.
O negócio está prosperando apesar dos desafios econômicos.
2. to be in a state of vigor and good health
The children are thriving in their new school environment.
As crianças estão se desenvolvendo bem no novo ambiente escolar.
3. to be experiencing great success or fortune
Her career is thriving after the promotion.
Sua carreira está florescendo após a promoção.
In Brazilian Portuguese-speaking contexts, 'estar prosperando' is commonly used in business and economic discussions, while 'estar indo bem' is more colloquial in daily conversation. In American English, particularly in NYC and social media culture, phrases like 'killing it' or 'thriving' have become popular expressions of success among younger demographics.
NYC Slang
killing it, crushing it, doing big things
Related Idioms & Phrases
thriving not just surviving
thriving in one's element
thriving against the odds
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