generous tolerance
[/ˈdʒɛnərəs ˈtɑːlərəns/]
noun phrase
tolerância generosa
1. The quality of being willing to accept or allow behavior, beliefs, or practices that differ from one's own, displayed with kindness and liberal-mindedness
The teacher showed generous tolerance toward students with different learning styles.
A professora demonstrou tolerância generosa com os alunos que tinham estilos de aprendizagem diferentes.
2. A lenient or permissive attitude that goes beyond what is strictly required or expected
The landlord's generous tolerance of late rent payments helped many tenants during the pandemic.
A tolerância generosa do proprietário com os atrasos de aluguel ajudou muitos inquilinos durante a pandemia.
In Brazilian culture, 'jogo de cintura' (flexibility) is valued, making generous tolerance an appreciated quality in both personal and professional relationships. In American contexts, particularly in diverse urban settings like NYC, generous tolerance is often framed as a civic virtue and practical necessity for social cohesion.
NYC Slang
big-hearted vibe / giving people a pass
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