eloquente
eloquent
Advanced Adjective Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ɨluˈkwẽtɨ/
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Cultural Note
Eloquence has deep roots in Portuguese literary tradition, from the troubadour poetry of the medieval period to the speeches of Father António Vieira, considered one of the greatest orators of the Portuguese language. Being eloquente is highly admired, and Portuguese is often praised as a language particularly suited to poetic expression.
📝 Example Sentences
A carta de amor dele era incrivelmente eloquente.
His love letter was incredibly eloquent.
Ela é a pessoa mais eloquente que conheço.
She is the most eloquent person I know.
O silêncio dele foi mais eloquente do que mil palavras.
His silence was more eloquent than a thousand words.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | eloquentes |
| masculine_plural | eloquentes |
| feminine_singular | eloquente |
| masculine_singular | eloquente |