coragem

[ko-RA-zhẽ]

nounfemininepl: coragens

courage

1. The ability to face danger, pain, or uncertainty with confidence; bravery

It took great courage to speak up against injustice.

Foi necessária muita coragem para falar contra a injustiça.

2. Strength and confidence in facing adversity or challenges

She showed courage during her illness.

Ela mostrou coragem durante sua doença.

3. Boldness; audacity

He had the courage to pursue an unconventional career.

Ele teve a coragem de seguir uma carreira não convencional.

NYC Slang

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

coragem

Standard usage throughout Brazil

Rio de Janeiro

coragem

Same as general Brazilian Portuguese

São Paulo

coragem

Same as general Brazilian Portuguese

Portugal

coragem

Standard European Portuguese usage

ter coragem de fazer algo (to have the courage to do something)

falta de coragem (lack of courage)

de coragem (courageously, boldly)

tomar coragem (to pluck up courage)

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