esteem it

[ɪˈstim ɪt]
verb phrase
considerá-lo, estimá-lo, apreciá-lo
1. to regard someone or something with respect, admiration, or high regard
I esteem it a great honor to receive this award.
Considero uma grande honra receber este prêmio.
2. to value or appreciate something highly
She esteems it as one of her most treasured possessions.
Ela o considera como uma de suas posses mais valiosas.
3. to think or judge something in a particular way
They esteem it important to maintain tradition.
Eles consideram importante manter a tradição.
The phrase 'esteem it' is more formal and literary in English, often used in academic, professional, or ceremonial contexts. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'considerá-lo' or 'estimá-lo' conveys similar formality. This expression reflects traditional respect for values and recognition, particularly common in educational institutions and formal settings in both American and Brazilian cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
value itrespect itappreciate ittreasure itregard ithonor it
Antonyms / Antônimos
despise itdisregard itscorn itdevalue itunderestimate it

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
considerá-lo, estimá-lo
Most common usage in contemporary Brazilian Portuguese
Formal/Academic Brazilian Portuguese
apreciá-lo, estimar
Used in formal writing and academic contexts
Portugal
estimá-lo, considerá-lo de grande valor
More formal and traditional usage in European Portuguese
Colloquial Brazilian Portuguese
achar importante, valorizar
Informal equivalent in everyday speech

Related Words

esteem (noun)esteemed (adjective)estimableestimationregardrespectappreciation

Related Idioms & Phrases

hold someone in high esteem
esteem someone highly
be held in esteem
esteem as valuable
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