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íntimo

[/ˈĩ.ti.mu/]
adjective/nounmasculinepl: íntimos
intimate
1. characterized by a close personal relationship; deeply personal or private
They shared an intimate conversation about their dreams.
Eles tiveram uma conversa íntima sobre seus sonhos.
2. relating to the innermost nature or essential character of something
He has an intimate knowledge of the subject.
Ele tem um conhecimento íntimo do assunto.
3. a close friend or person with whom one shares a deep bond
She confided in her intimate about her worries.
Ela confiou seus preocupações ao seu íntimo.
4. relating to sexual or romantic relations
They became intimate after months of dating.
Eles ficaram íntimos após meses de namoro.
Synonyms
pessoalprivadoprofundoconfidencialpróximoamigo
Antonyms
públicosuperficialdistanteestranho

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
íntimo
standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
íntimo
same usage as in Brazil; common in both formal and informal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

no íntimo do coração (in the depths of one's heart)
amigo íntimo (close friend)
relação íntima (intimate relationship)
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