This is the 8216th most frequent Portuguese word.
tamanha
"Tamanha" means "such great" or "so large" in English, referring to size, extent, or intensity.
In this sentence, 'tamanha' is used as an adjective indicating the intensity or magnitude of the noun 'gravidade' (gravity).
A situação era de tamanha gravidade que todos ficaram preocupados.
The situation was of such gravity that everyone became worried.
Here, 'tamanha' is employed to describe the extent or size of the noun 'felicidade' (happiness), highlighting its effect on others.
Sua felicidade era tamanha que contagiava a todos.
His happiness was so immense that it infected everyone.
In this context, 'tamanha' expresses the enormity of the noun 'tempestade' (storm), emphasizing its destructive capability.