Consuelo (en. Comfort)

/konswe.lo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Feeling of relief or tranquility amidst suffering.
The hug from her friend gave her the comfort she needed in that difficult moment.
El abrazo de su amiga le dio el consuelo que necesitaba en ese momento difícil.
Something that calms or alleviates emotional pain.
The music was a great comfort to her after the loss.
La música fue un gran consuelo para ella después de la pérdida.
Moral support in moments of sadness.
His presence was a comfort during his mother's illness.
Su presencia fue un consuelo durante la enfermedad de su madre.

Etymology

From the Latin 'consolatio', which means 'to console'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to give comfort
To offer support or relief to someone who is suffering.
dar consuelo
in search of comfort
Trying to find relief from pain or sadness.
en busca de consuelo
in moments of comfort
During times when emotional relief is sought or needed.
en momentos de consuelo

Related Words

to console
To encourage or relieve someone's emotional pain.
consolar
to comfort
To provide comfort or relief.
reconfortar
tranquility
State of calm or serenity that can come from comfort.
tranquilidad

Slang Meanings

A temporary relief from problems
That movie was a comfort for my bad day.
Esa película fue un consuelo para mi mal día.
An emotional resource
Food has always been my comfort in difficult times.
La comida siempre ha sido mi consuelo en tiempos difíciles.