silenciosa

[si.lẽn.siˈo.za]

adjectivefemininepl: silenciosas

silent, quiet

1. making little or no noise; characterized by silence

The library was silent and peaceful.

A biblioteca era silenciosa e tranquila.

2. not speaking; refraining from speech

She remained silent about the incident.

Ela permaneceu silenciosa sobre o incidente.

3. done or operating without much noise

The engine runs silently.

O motor funciona de forma silenciosa.

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General Brazilian

silenciosa

Standard usage throughout Brazil

Portugal

silenciosa

Standard usage in Portugal; may be paired with 'quieta' colloquially

manter-se silenciosa (to remain silent)

noite silenciosa (silent night)

morte silenciosa (silent death)

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