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tensão

[tẽ.sɐ̃w̃]
nounfemininepl: tensões
tension
1. The state of being stretched or strained; physical tightness
The tension in the rope was too great.
A tensão na corda era muito grande.
2. Mental or emotional strain; stress or anxiety
She felt tension building up during the exam.
Ela sentiu tensão aumentando durante a prova.
3. Strained relations or conflict between parties
There is tension between the two countries.
Há tensão entre os dois países.
4. Electrical potential difference; voltage
The tension in the electrical circuit is 220 volts.
A tensão no circuito elétrico é de 220 volts.
NYC Slang
tension/drama/beef
Synonyms
estressepressãorigidezconflitoansiedade
Antonyms
relaxamentocalmapaztranquilidade

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tensão
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
tensão
Common in both formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
tensão
Standard usage, sometimes colloquially shortened to 'tensão'
Portugal
tensão
Standard European Portuguese, identical usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

tensão pré-menstrual (premenstrual tension)
estar em tensão (to be under tension/stressed)
criar tensão (to create tension)
aliviador de tensão (tension reliever)
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