Confiável
Example: Este carro é muito confiável para viagens longas.
Definition
"Confiável" describes something or someone that can be trusted or depended upon to perform reliably, as in the example, 'This car is very reliable for long trips.' It implies consistency and trustworthiness in various contexts.
Etymology
The word "confiável" comes from the Portuguese verb 'confiar,' meaning 'to trust,' combined with the suffix '-ável,' which indicates capability or suitability. Did you know that 'confiar' itself originates from the Latin 'confidere,' meaning 'to have full trust or confidence'?
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