mitigate losses
[/ˈmɪtɪɡeɪt ˈlɔsɪz/]
verb phrase
mitigar perdas
1. to take action to reduce the severity, extent, or impact of financial or material losses
The company implemented cost-cutting measures to mitigate losses during the economic downturn.
A empresa implementou medidas de redução de custos para mitigar perdas durante a recessão econômica.
2. to minimize negative consequences or damage in a business or personal context
We purchased insurance to mitigate losses from potential accidents.
Compramos seguro para mitigar perdas de possíveis acidentes.
This is a standard corporate and financial term used across both Brazilian and American business contexts. In Brazil, it's commonly employed in financial reports, risk management discussions, and business strategy meetings. The phrase reflects modern business practice emphasizing proactive damage control and strategic loss management rather than accepting losses passively.
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →