No. 2,146 in Portuguese
magnitude
The Portuguese word "magnitude" means "greatness, size, or importance."
In a sentence
A magnitude do terremoto foi registrada em 7.8 na escala Richter.
The magnitude of the earthquake was recorded as 7.8 on the Richter scale.
Here, 'magnitude' refers to the measure of the earthquake's intensity.
Ele se impressionou com a magnitude das montanhas ao redor.
He was impressed by the magnitude of the surrounding mountains.
In this case, 'magnitude' describes the massive presence or size of an object.
Devemos considerar a magnitude das implicações dessa decisão.
We must consider the magnitude of the implications of this decision.
Here, 'magnitude' refers to the significance or impact of an event or decision.
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