Consoló (en. Consoled)
/konsolo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To give relief or comfort to someone who feels sad or distressed.
She comforted him after hearing the sad news.
Ella le consoló después de escuchar la triste noticia.
To provide emotional support to someone.
She always comforts her when she's going through tough times.
Siempre la consola cuando pasa por momentos difíciles.
To calm someone who is experiencing pain or suffering.
The friend comforted him during his mourning.
El amigo lo consoló durante su duelo.
Etymology
From Latin 'consolari', meaning 'to give comfort'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to give comfort
to offer emotional support to someone who is suffering.
dar consuelo
to comfort someone
to act to alleviate the suffering or sadness of another person.
consolar a alguien
to find comfort
to come across something that provides relief from emotional pain.
encontrar consuelo
Related Words
comfort
action of comforting; relief from suffering.
consuelo
consolation
quality of providing comfort or calm.
consolación
to accompany
being present to support someone in difficult times.
acompañar
Slang Meanings
To give a comforting hug.
When I saw him sad, I gave him a 'consolo' and a hug.
Cuando lo vi triste, le di un 'consolo' y un abrazo.
To listen without judging.
Sometimes you just need someone to 'consolo' you and listen.
A veces solo necesitas a alguien que te 'console' y te escuche.