silencioso
silent / quiet
Intermediate Adjective Masculine
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Pronunciation
/silẽˈsjozu/
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Cultural Note
In Portuguese culture, silence (silêncio) can communicate as much as words. A 'pessoa silenciosa' (quiet person) may be seen as reserved and thoughtful in Portugal, while in Brazil's more gregarious culture, excessive silence might be perceived as unfriendly or concerning. The 'tratamento de silêncio' (silent treatment) is a recognized relationship dynamic.
📝 Example Sentences
Ele ficou silencioso durante a discussão.
He stayed silent during the argument.
O tratamento silencioso é uma forma de manipulação.
The silent treatment is a form of manipulation.
O amor nem sempre precisa de palavras; por vezes, é silencioso.
Love doesn't always need words; sometimes it's silent.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | silenciosas |
| masculine_plural | silenciosos |
| feminine_singular | silenciosa |
| masculine_singular | silencioso |