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alivio

relief, alleviation

noun ah-LEE-byoh Rare

Usage Note

Alivio typically describes the easing of pain, worry, or a burden. The common exclamation ¡Qué alivio! means 'What a relief!' The verb is aliviar (to relieve, to alleviate).

Examples

"Fue un alivio saber que todos estaban bien."

Natural Translation

It was a relief to know everyone was fine.

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