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estimar

[ɨʃ.tɪ.ˈmaɾ]
verb
to estimate, to value, to appreciate
1. to calculate or judge the value, amount, or nature of something
We need to estimate the cost of the project.
Precisamos estimar o custo do projeto.
2. to hold in high regard; to respect or admire
I esteem your opinion very much.
Estimo muito a sua opinião.
3. to consider or deem something to be a certain way
I estimate this to be a good solution.
Estimo que esta seja uma boa solução.
Synonyms
avaliarcalcularapreciarconsiderarjulgarrespeitar
Antonyms
desprezardesestimarignorar

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estimar
common usage across all contexts
Portugal
estimar
common usage; may emphasize respect/appreciation slightly more

Related Idioms & Phrases

estimar em muito - to hold in high esteem
estimar o valor - to assess the value
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