settle discussion

[ˈsɛtəl dɪˈskʌʃən]
verb phrase
resolver discussão
1. to end a debate or argument by reaching an agreement or conclusion
We need to settle this discussion once and for all.
Precisamos resolver esta discussão de uma vez por todas.
2. to come to a mutual agreement that ends disagreement between parties
They settled their discussion by compromising on the price.
Eles resolveram sua discussão fazendo um compromisso sobre o preço.
3. to finalize a matter through dialogue or negotiation
Let's settle this discussion in the meeting tomorrow.
Vamos resolver esta discussão na reunião de amanhã.
In Brazilian culture, settling discussions often involves finding a middle ground and maintaining relationships, reflecting the cultural emphasis on harmony and cooperation. The phrase is commonly used in business, family, and social contexts where consensus is valued.
NYC Slang
squash the beef / dead the situation
Synonyms / Sinônimos
resolve discussionend debateconclude discussionreach agreementfinalize disagreement
Antonyms / Antônimos
escalate discussionprolong discussionintensify debatereopen discussion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resolver discussão
most common translation, used in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
acertar a discussão
colloquial variant meaning to settle or fix the discussion
São Paulo
dar um jeito na discussão
informal expression meaning to find a way to settle the discussion
Portugal
resolver discussão / terminar a discussão
similar to Brazilian Portuguese, used in formal contexts

Related Words

negotiatecompromiseagreementdispute resolutionconsensus

Related Idioms & Phrases

put an end to the discussion
draw a line under it
bury the hatchet
call it a day
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