slow farewell
[/sloʊ ˈfɛrˌwɛl/]
noun phrasepl: slow farewells
despedida lenta
1. A prolonged or gradual goodbye, often involving lingering moments before separation
Their slow farewell at the airport lasted nearly an hour as they kept finding new things to say.
Sua despedida lenta no aeroporto durou quase uma hora enquanto continuavam achando novas coisas para dizer.
2. A metaphorical or literal process of gradually ending a relationship or phase of life
The slow farewell from his childhood home was bittersweet as he packed the last boxes.
A despedida lenta de sua casa de infância foi agridoce enquanto embalava as últimas caixas.
3. A gradual decline or waning, as in the slow farewell of summer turning to autumn
The slow farewell of daylight in winter reminds us of the changing seasons.
A despedida lenta da luz do dia no inverno nos lembra das estações que mudam.
In Brazilian culture, prolonged farewells are common and valued, reflecting the importance of personal relationships. Extended goodbyes at departures are seen as sincere expressions of affection rather than delays. In American culture, while slow farewells occur emotionally, they are sometimes viewed as awkward or impractical in fast-paced urban settings.
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