adjective/adverb/noun/verb
baixo
1. adjective - situated not far above the ground or surface; of small height
The ceiling is very low in this room.
O teto é muito baixo nesta sala.
2. adjective - below average in amount, intensity, or quality
The temperature is low today.
A temperatura está baixa hoje.
3. adjective - of reduced rank, dignity, or importance
He comes from a low social background.
Ele vem de um background social baixo.
4. adverb - at, to, or toward a low level or position
Speak low so no one hears us.
Fale baixo para ninguém nos ouvir.
5. noun - a low point, level, or figure
Temperatures reached a low of 5 degrees.
As temperaturas atingiram uma mínima de 5 graus.
6. verb - to make or become low
Low your voice when speaking in the library.
Abaixe sua voz quando falar na biblioteca.
NYC Slang
yo/yo, check it low - keep it quiet or discreet
Related Idioms & Phrases
low-key - discreet, subtle, or understated
lay low - hide or stay out of sight
hit a low - reach the lowest point
low blow - an unfair or cruel attack
look low and high - search everywhere
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