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to discourage
01
desencorajar, proibir
to officially forbid someone from doing a specific activity, usually to prevent it from happening
Transitive: to discourage an activity
Exemplos
The school discouraged the use of cell phones by implementing a ban on mobile devices during class hours to maintain a focused learning environment.
A escola desencorajou o uso de telefones celulares implementando uma proibição de dispositivos móveis durante as aulas para manter um ambiente de aprendizagem focado.
The teacher discouraged cheating by implementing strict consequences.
O professor desencorajou a fraude implementando consequências rigorosas.
02
desencorajar, desanimar
to cause someone to lose enthusiasm, hope, or confidence, often by expressing negativity or criticism
Transitive: to discourage sb
Exemplos
The constant failures began to discourage her, and she started to doubt her abilities.
Os fracassos constantes começaram a desencorajá-la, e ela começou a duvidar de suas habilidades.
The constant criticism from his parents discouraged the aspiring musician.
As críticas constantes de seus pais desencorajaram o músico aspirante.
03
desencorajar, dissuadir
to prevent or persuade someone from taking a particular action or pursuing a specific course of action
Ditransitive: to discourage sb from sth
Exemplos
I tried to discourage him from quitting his job by highlighting the potential risks and uncertainties.
Tentei desencorajá-lo a desistir do emprego destacando os possíveis riscos e incertezas.
The new policy will discourage employees from using company resources for personal matters.
A nova política desencorajará os funcionários a usar os recursos da empresa para assuntos pessoais.
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