lingering goodbye
[ˈlɪŋɡərɪŋ ɡʊdˈbaɪ]
noun phrasepl: lingering goodbyes
adeus prolongado
1. A farewell that is extended, slow, or reluctant; a goodbye where one delays departure or lingers in conversation before parting
After the party ended, they shared a lingering goodbye at the door, neither wanting to leave.
Após a festa terminar, eles compartilharam um adeus prolongado na porta, nenhum deles querendo partir.
2. An emotional or sentimental farewell that suggests difficulty in separating or reluctance to end a relationship or moment
Their lingering goodbye at the airport made it clear how much they cared for each other.
Seu adeus prolongado no aeroporto deixou claro o quanto se importavam um com o outro.
In both Brazilian and American cultures, lingering goodbyes are often associated with deep emotional connections and are common in family situations, romantic relationships, or when significant time will pass before the next meeting. In Brazil, physical affection during lingering goodbyes (hugs, kisses on the cheek) is more pronounced, reflecting the warm and tactile nature of Brazilian greetings and farewells.
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