This is the 2146th most frequent Portuguese word.
magnitude
The Portuguese word "magnitude" means "greatness, size, or importance."
Here, 'magnitude' refers to the measure of the earthquake's intensity.
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.
In this case, 'magnitude' describes the massive presence or size of an object.
Ele se impressionou com a magnitude das montanhas ao redor.
He was impressed by the magnitude of the surrounding mountains.
Here, 'magnitude' refers to the significance or impact of an event or decision.