A consideração
Example: A consideração das opiniões alheias é essencial para o diálogo.
Definition
"A consideração" refers to the act of careful thought or attention given to something or someone, often involving respect and regard for opinions or feelings. It implies thoughtful evaluation or appreciation, as in the phrase 'A consideração das opiniões alheias é essencial para o diálogo.'
Etymology
The term "a consideração" comes from the Portuguese verb 'considerar,' which derives from the Latin 'considerare,' meaning 'to look at closely' or 'to observe.' Did you know that 'considerare' originally implied gazing at the stars, reflecting how deep attention was metaphorically linked to careful thought in the word's origin?
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