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importância

/ĩ.poɾˈtã.sjɐ/beginner Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

The quality or state of being important; significance, value, or consequence.

Example Sentences:
  • Este documento é de grande importância para o projeto.
  • Ela não deu importância aos comentários negativos.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from Late Latin importantia, from importantem, present participle of importare ('to bring in, to matter', literally 'to carry into'), from in- + portare ('to carry').

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Think of the English word 'importance'—they share the exact same Latin root and mean the same thing!

Frequently Asked Questions About “importância

1. What is the meaning of “importância” in English?

In English, importância (noun) is defined as: “The quality or state of being important; significance, value, or consequence.”.

2. How do you use “importância” in a sentence?

Este documento é de grande importância para o projeto.

3. What are English synonyms of “importância”?

Common synonyms include:relevância,significado,valor,importância

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “importância”?

Derived from Late Latin importantia, from importantem, present participle of importare ('to bring in, to matter', literally 'to carry into'), from in- + portare ('to carry').