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profondo

[pro-ˈfõn-do]
adjectivemasculinepl: profondos
profundo
1. extending far down from the top or surface; having great depth
The ocean is profundo at this location.
O oceano é profundo neste local.
2. showing or requiring great knowledge, insight, or understanding; intellectually deep
He made a profundo observation about human nature.
Ele fez uma observação profunda sobre a natureza humana.
3. heartfelt; intense in feeling or emotion
She felt a profundo sense of loss.
Ela sentiu uma perda profunda.
Synonyms
hondofondoabismalinsondable
Antonyms
superficialrasoligeirosuperficiale

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
profundo
standard usage in Portuguese
Rio de Janeiro
profundo
standard usage in Portuguese
São Paulo
profundo
standard usage in Portuguese
Portugal
profundo
standard usage in Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

profundo conhecimento - deep knowledge
profundo silêncio - profound silence
profundo respeito - deep respect
em profundo sono - in deep sleep
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