forgivable
[/fərˈɡɪvəbəl/]
adjective
perdoável
1. capable of being forgiven; deserving or worthy of forgiveness
His mistake was forgivable given the circumstances.
Seu erro era perdoável dadas as circunstâncias.
2. able to be pardoned or excused; not unforgivable
It's a forgivable offense that most people would overlook.
É uma ofensa perdoável que a maioria das pessoas ignoraria.
3. understandable or excusable under the given conditions
Her lateness was forgivable since there was heavy traffic.
Seu atraso era perdoável já que havia muito trânsito.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'forgivable' is frequently used in legal, religious, and interpersonal discussions. The concept carries moral weight, often used when discussing whether someone's actions warrant forgiveness. In Portuguese, 'perdoável' conveys the same moral and social implications, frequently appearing in educational and formal discourse.
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