No. 1,795 in Portuguese
intenso
Intense; strong or extreme in degree.
In a sentence
O dia foi muito intenso no trabalho.
The day at work was very intense.
In this case, "intenso" describes a day full of demanding activities or efforts.
Ele tem uma paixão intensa pela música clássica.
He has an intense passion for classical music.
Here, "intenso" conveys the depth and fervent nature of someone's enthusiasm or emotion.
O sol estava tão intenso que era difícil ficar ao ar livre sem proteção.
The sun was so intense that it was hard to stay outdoors without protection.
"Intenso" in this usage describes the strong and impactful nature of the sunlight.
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