This is the 5217th most frequent Portuguese word.
pesando
"Weighing" or "thinking," depending on context.
The word 'pesando' in this sentence functions as the gerund of the verb 'pesar', meaning to weigh, and is used to describe an ongoing action of measuring weight.
Ele está pesando a mala antes de ir para o aeroporto.
He is weighing the suitcase before going to the airport.
Here, 'pesando' serves figuratively as the gerund of 'pesar', referring to the consideration or evaluation of factors in making a decision.
Ela está pesando os prós e contras antes de tomar uma decisão.
She is weighing the pros and cons before making a decision.
In this instance, 'pesando' is used as the gerund of 'pesar' to convey the ongoing process of evaluating a situation to make a decision.