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.
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