cherished

[/ˈtʃɛrɪʃt/]

adjective/verb (past participle)

querido, estimado, precioso

1. held dear; treated with affection and care

She cherished her childhood memories.

Ela estimava suas memórias de infância.

2. kept or held in one's mind or heart

He cherished the hope of seeing her again.

Ele alimentava a esperança de vê-la novamente.

3. deeply loved and valued

This is a cherished family tradition.

Esta é uma tradição familiar muito querida.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

querido, estimado, precioso

most common usage in Brazil

São Paulo

querido, muito estimado

standard usage

Rio de Janeiro

querido, amado

more emotional/affectionate tone

Portugal

querido, estimado, prezado

prezado more formal in Portuguese Portuguese

cherish the memory of something

cherish a dream

cherish someone's company

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