low tolerance
[/loʊ ˈtɑːlərəns/]
noun phrase
baixa tolerância
1. a limited ability to endure or accept something unpleasant, uncomfortable, or disagreeable
He has a low tolerance for pain and cannot handle spicy food.
Ele tem baixa tolerância à dor e não consegue lidar com comida picante.
2. an official policy of strict enforcement with minimal acceptance of rule violations
The school implemented a low tolerance policy for bullying.
A escola implementou uma política de baixa tolerância para bullying.
3. a physiological inability to process or withstand a substance effectively
She has low tolerance to alcohol and gets intoxicated quickly.
Ela tem baixa tolerância ao álcool e fica intoxicada rapidamente.
In Brazilian culture, 'baixa tolerância' is frequently used in discussions about workplace policies, education systems, and personal health. The phrase 'zero tolerance' gained popularity in Brazil through American policy influences, particularly in school systems. In the USA, 'low tolerance' is commonly used in policy contexts (zero-tolerance policies) and personal health discussions (lactose intolerance, alcohol tolerance). The concept reflects broader cultural attitudes toward rules and enforcement, with Brazil generally being more flexible and the USA emphasizing stricter policy measures.
NYC Slang
can't take it; low threshold; gets triggered easily
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