Igual
Example: Eles pensam igual sobre o filme que assistiram.
Definition
"Igual" as an adverb means in the same way or manner, expressing similarity or sameness between actions or states. For example, in the phrase "Eles pensam igual sobre o filme que assistiram," it indicates that they think similarly about the movie they watched.
Etymology
The word "igual" comes from the Latin 'æqualis,' meaning 'equal' or 'level.' Over time, it evolved into the Portuguese 'igual,' carrying the sense of equality or sameness. Did you know? Its roots connect it to English words like 'equal' and 'equate,' highlighting shared origins across languages.
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