be fatiguing

[bi fəˈtiːɡɪŋ]

verb phrase

ser cansativo

1. to cause tiredness or exhaustion; to be tiring or wearisome

The long journey would be fatiguing for everyone.

A longa jornada seria cansativa para todos.

2. to be tedious or monotonous in a way that causes mental or physical fatigue

Repetitive tasks can be fatiguing over time.

Tarefas repetitivas podem ser cansativas ao longo do tempo.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

ser cansativo

most common usage

Brazil

ser desgastante

emphasizes wearing out or draining

Portugal

ser fatigante

more formal or literary usage

wear someone out

drain someone's energy

take it out of someone

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