be passionate

[bi ˈpæʃənət]
verb phrase
ser apaixonado, ser apaixonada, ser passional
1. to feel or express strong, intense emotion or enthusiasm about something or someone
She is passionate about environmental conservation.
Ela é apaixonada por conservação ambiental.
2. to have or demonstrate deep romantic or sexual feelings
They are passionate about each other.
Eles são apaixonados um pelo outro.
3. to show fervent dedication or zeal toward a cause or activity
He is passionate about social justice.
Ele é apaixonado por justiça social.
In Brazilian culture, expressing passion openly is generally valued and accepted, particularly regarding family, sports (especially football), music, and social causes. Americans often emphasize professional passion in career contexts. The phrase is frequently used in dating and relationship contexts across both cultures to express romantic intensity.
NYC Slang
be hype about something; be all about it
Synonyms / Sinônimos
be enthusiasticbe devotedbe ferventbe ardentbe zealousbe in lovehave a passion for
Antonyms / Antônimos
be indifferentbe apatheticbe dispassionatebe uninterestedbe cold

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ser apaixonado/apaixonada; ser apaixonado por
most common usage in everyday speech
Rio de Janeiro
ser apaixonado; ser louco por
colloquial variant using 'louco por' (crazy about)
São Paulo
ser apaixonado; ter paixão por
more formal business/professional contexts
Portugal
ser apaixonado; ser apaixonado por
similar usage but with slightly different cadence and intonation

Related Words

passionpassionateenthusiasmfervordevotionzealardor

Related Idioms & Phrases

have a heart and soul for
be head over heels
wear your heart on your sleeve
have fire in your belly
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