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courage

[/ˈkɜːrɪdʒ/]
nounfeminine
coragem
1. The ability to face fear, pain, danger, or uncertainty with confidence and determination
It took great courage to speak up against injustice.
Foi necessária muita coragem para falar contra a injustiça.
2. Mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger or fear
The firefighters showed tremendous courage rescuing the family.
Os bombeiros demonstraram tremenda coragem ao resgatar a família.
3. Bravery in the face of adversity or opposition
She had the courage to pursue her dreams despite criticism.
Ela teve a coragem de perseguir seus sonhos apesar das críticas.
NYC Slang
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Synonyms
braveryvalorfearlessnessboldnessfortitude
Antonyms
cowardicefeartimiditycowardliness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
coragem
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
coragem
Standard usage, may use 'peito' colloquially
São Paulo
coragem
Standard usage, professional context
Portugal
coragem
Standard usage, may use 'ousadia' for boldness aspect

Related Idioms & Phrases

take courage - reunir coragem
have the courage of one's convictions - ter a coragem de suas convicções
summon up courage - reunir coragem
pluck up courage - ganhar coragem
Dutch courage - coragem de garrafa (false courage from alcohol)
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