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welcoming space

[WEL-kuh-ming speys]
nounpl: welcoming spaces
espaço acolhedor
1. A physical or social environment that makes people feel accepted, comfortable, and valued; a place where individuals of all backgrounds feel invited and respected
The community center strives to create a welcoming space for people of all ages and backgrounds.
O centro comunitário se esforça para criar um espaço acolhedor para pessoas de todas as idades e origens.
2. An inclusive environment designed to make visitors or new members feel at ease and encouraged to participate
Our office aims to be a welcoming space where diverse perspectives are valued.
Nosso escritório pretende ser um espaço acolhedor onde perspectivas diversas são valorizadas.
NYC Slang
a vibe where everybody's welcome
Synonyms
inclusive spacesafe spacefriendly environmenthospitable placeopen environment
Antonyms
hostile spaceunwelcoming environmentexclusionary spacecold atmosphere

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
espaço acolhedor
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
espaço receptivo
Alternative term sometimes used in corporate contexts
Rio de Janeiro
espaço acolhedor
Standard usage with emphasis on warmth and acceptance
Portugal
espaço acolhedor
Same as Brazil; also used 'espaço inclusivo' in modern contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

open arms
with open doors
a place to belong
feel at home
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