Pesado
Example: Este livro é muito pesado para eu carregar sozinho.
Definition
"Pesado" is an adjective used to describe something that has great weight or mass, making it difficult to carry or move. For example, in the phrase 'Este livro é muito pesado para eu carregar sozinho,' it highlights an object that is heavy to handle alone.
Etymology
The word "pesado" comes from the Latin verb 'pensare,' meaning 'to weigh.' Over time, it evolved in Portuguese to describe something heavy or burdensome. Did you know? Its root is related to the English word 'pensive,' originally linked to weighing thoughts carefully.
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