reduce frustration

[/rɪˈdjuːs frʌˈstreɪʃən/]
verb phrase
reduzir a frustração
1. to decrease or lessen the feeling of annoyance, disappointment, or dissatisfaction
Taking breaks during work can help reduce frustration and improve productivity.
Fazer pausas durante o trabalho pode ajudar a reduzir a frustração e melhorar a produtividade.
2. to minimize sources of irritation or aggravation
Clear communication reduces frustration between team members.
A comunicação clara reduz a frustração entre os membros da equipe.
3. to alleviate tension or stress caused by obstacles or unmet expectations
The new software update was designed to reduce frustration for users.
A atualização do novo software foi projetada para reduzir a frustração dos usuários.
In Brazilian workplace culture, reducing frustration is increasingly emphasized in wellness and human resources initiatives. In the USA, this concept is central to stress management and emotional intelligence training in corporate environments. The phrase reflects modern focus on mental health and employee well-being across both cultures.
NYC Slang
chill out the frustration / keep your cool
Synonyms / Sinônimos
diminish frustrationdecrease frustrationalleviate frustrationease frustrationminimize frustration
Antonyms / Antônimos
increase frustrationheighten frustrationamplify frustrationcompound frustration

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reduzir a frustração
standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
diminuir a frustração
common alternative phrasing
São Paulo
reduzir a frustração
technical and business contexts prefer this term
Portugal
reduzir a frustração
standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Words

frustrationstress managementemotional regulationconflict resolutioncoping strategies

Related Idioms & Phrases

take the edge off
ease the tension
smooth things over
let off steam
cool down
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