be tolerant

[/bi ˈtɒl.ər.ənt/]
verb phrase
ser tolerante
1. to accept or allow behavior, beliefs, or practices that differ from one's own, without protest or interference
We must be tolerant of different cultures and religions.
Devemos ser tolerantes com diferentes culturas e religiões.
2. to show patience and understanding toward others' differences or mistakes
Parents should be tolerant when children make errors while learning.
Os pais devem ser tolerantes quando as crianças cometem erros durante o aprendizado.
3. to endure or sustain something unpleasant without complaint
The structure can be tolerant of minor stress without breaking.
A estrutura pode ser tolerante com pequenos estresses sem quebrar.
In Brazilian culture, being tolerant (ser tolerante) is increasingly valued in multicultural contexts, particularly in urban areas. The concept is deeply connected to the Brazilian ideal of 'convivência' (living together harmoniously). In American culture, tolerance is often framed as a civic virtue, particularly in discussions about diversity and inclusion.
NYC Slang
be cool with it / be down with it
Synonyms / Sinônimos
be acceptingbe understandingbe patientbe open-mindedbe lenient
Antonyms / Antônimos
be intolerantbe bigotedbe prejudicedbe narrow-mindedbe rigid

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ser tolerante
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
ser tolerante / ser de boa
Informal: 'ser de boa' (be cool about it) is commonly used colloquially
São Paulo
ser tolerante
Standard formal usage; less regional variation
Portugal
ser tolerante
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; European Portuguese usage is identical

Related Words

tolerancetoleranttolerateacceptanceunderstandingpatience

Related Idioms & Phrases

live and let live
turn a blind eye to
give someone the benefit of the doubt
take it in stride
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