Fer bona cara
Example: Sempre intento fer bona cara encara que estigui cansat.
Definition
"Fer bona cara" is a Catalan expression meaning to put on a brave or pleasant face despite difficulties or discomfort. It involves maintaining a positive or composed appearance, even when feeling tired or upset, as in the example: "Sempre intento fer bona cara encara que estigui cansat."
Etymology
The phrase "Fer bona cara" literally translates to "make a good face" in Catalan. It combines "fer" meaning "to make" or "do," and "bona cara," meaning "good face." This expression likely originated from the universal human tendency to mask negative emotions with a positive facial expression to maintain social harmony.
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To put on a brave face