reduce satisfaction

[rɪˈdjuːs ˌsætɪsˈfækʃən]
verb phrase
reduzir a satisfação
1. to decrease or lessen the level of contentment, fulfillment, or pleasure that someone experiences
Poor customer service can reduce satisfaction with the product.
Um atendimento ao cliente deficiente pode reduzir a satisfação com o produto.
2. to diminish the quality of fulfillment or happiness in a particular situation or relationship
Constant delays reduce satisfaction among employees.
Atrasos constantes reduzem a satisfação entre os funcionários.
3. to lower the degree of approval or contentment regarding a service, product, or experience
Hidden fees reduce satisfaction for online shoppers.
Taxas ocultas reduzem a satisfação dos compradores online.
In Brazilian business culture, maintaining 'satisfação do cliente' (customer satisfaction) is crucial for company reputation and success. The phrase 'reduzir a satisfação' is commonly used in customer service training, management reports, and quality assurance discussions. In the USA, this concept is central to customer experience metrics and Net Promoter Scores (NPS), making it frequent terminology in corporate environments and service industries.
NYC Slang
kill the vibe / harsh the mellow / rain on someone's parade
Synonyms / Sinônimos
diminish satisfactiondecrease contentmentlower fulfillmentlessen pleasureundermine satisfaction
Antonyms / Antônimos
increase satisfactionenhance contentmentboost fulfillmentimprove satisfactionmaximize pleasure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
reduzir a satisfação
Standard usage in business and everyday contexts
Rio de Janeiro
reduzir a satisfação / diminuir o contentamento
Common in informal and formal speech
São Paulo
reduzir a satisfação
Frequently used in corporate and business environments
Portugal
reduzir a satisfação
Identical usage; standard European Portuguese

Related Words

satisfactiondissatisfactioncontentmentfulfillmentcustomer satisfactionquality metrics

Related Idioms & Phrases

put a damper on something
take the shine off something
spoil the party
bring someone down
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