No. 4,675 in Portuguese
devoção
Devotion; profound dedication or commitment, often religious or spiritual.
In a sentence
A devoção dela aos estudos é notável.
Her devotion to her studies is remarkable.
'Devoção' in this context refers to a strong dedication or commitment to an activity.
Eles visitaram o santuário em profunda devoção.
They visited the sanctuary in deep devotion.
'Devoção' here implies a sense of religious or spiritual reverence.
A devoção aos ideais da comunidade é essencial para o progresso.
Devotion to the community's ideals is essential for progress.
In this usage, 'devoção' underscores a heartfelt commitment to principles or causes.
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