mitigate unhappiness
[ˈmɪtɪɡeɪt ʌnˈhæpinəs]
verb phrase
mitigar a infelicidade / aliviar a tristeza
1. to make unhappiness or sadness less severe or intense; to reduce the degree of unhappiness
A good friend can mitigate unhappiness during difficult times.
Um bom amigo pode aliviar a tristeza durante momentos difíceis.
2. to take action to diminish or lessen the negative emotional impact of a situation
Exercise and social activities help mitigate unhappiness.
Exercício físico e atividades sociais ajudam a mitigar a infelicidade.
In Brazilian culture, the concept of 'aliviar a tristeza' (easing sadness) is often associated with community support, music, and social gatherings as collective means of emotional relief. In American contexts, 'mitigate unhappiness' reflects a more individualistic approach to emotional well-being through personal strategies and professional support.
NYC Slang
chill out sadness / take the edge off sadness
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