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peaceful discussion

[ˈpiːsfəl dɪˈskʌʃən]
nounpl: peaceful discussions
discussão pacífica
1. A calm, non-violent conversation or dialogue between parties aimed at resolving differences or exchanging ideas without aggression or conflict
The leaders held a peaceful discussion to resolve their disputes.
Os líderes realizaram uma discussão pacífica para resolver suas disputas.
2. A respectful exchange of viewpoints conducted in a civil manner
We prefer peaceful discussion over heated arguments.
Preferimos discussão pacífica a discussões acaloradas.
Synonyms
calm discussioncivil dialogueconstructive conversationamicable talkharmonious exchange
Antonyms
heated argumentviolent conflictheated debatehostile confrontationaggressive dispute

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
discussão pacífica
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
conversa tranquila
More informal alternative commonly used
São Paulo
diálogo pacífico
More formal business context
Portugal
conversa pacífica
Preferred usage in Portuguese European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

to keep the peace
to bury the hatchet
let's talk this out
keeping it civil
breaking bread together
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