respect greatly

[rɪˈspɛkt ˈɡreɪtli]

verb phrase

respeitar muito; ter grande respeito por

1. to hold someone or something in high regard; to admire deeply and honor

I respect greatly the work that she has done for the community.

Respeito muito o trabalho que ela tem feito pela comunidade.

2. to show deference and esteem toward someone due to their qualities or achievements

We all respect greatly our mentor for his wisdom and guidance.

Todos nós respeitamos muito nosso mentor pela sua sabedoria e orientação.

NYC Slang

show mad love; give props

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

respeitar muito; ter grande respeito por

standard usage across Brazil

São Paulo

respeitar muito; admirar bastante

common usage with emphasis on admiration

Rio de Janeiro

dar muito respeito a; honrar

alternative phrasing commonly used

Portugal

respeitar profundamente; ter em grande consideração

more formal, emphasizing deep consideration

command respect

pay one's respects

earn someone's respect

have nothing but respect for

hold someone in high esteem

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