consolar
to console; to comfort
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/kõ.so.ˈlaɾ/
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Cultural Note
Consoling someone — through physical touch, words, and presence — is deeply valued in Portuguese-speaking cultures. Phrases like 'estou aqui para ti' (I'm here for you) accompany the act of consoling. The religious dimension is also present: 'Nossa Senhora da Consolação' (Our Lady of Consolation) is a popular devotion in Brazil and Portugal.
📝 Example Sentences
Ela consolou-o quando ele chorava.
She consoled him when he was crying.
Nada me consola neste momento.
Nothing comforts me right now.
Tentei consolá-la, mas ela precisava de estar sozinha.
I tried to console her, but she needed to be alone.