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Low
loʊ
Extremamente Comum
300 - 400
300 - 400
O índice de frequência e importância das palavras indica com que frequência uma palavra aparece em um determinado idioma. Quanto menor o número, mais frequentemente a palavra é usada. As palavras mais frequentemente usadas variam normalmente de 1 a 4000. Este índice de importância ajuda você a se concentrar nas palavras mais úteis durante o seu processo de aprendizagem de idiomas.

bas, faible, pauvre, moindre, humble

Significados de Low em português

Le mot "low" en anglais est un adjectif qui désigne une position ou un niveau situé en dessous d'un certain standard ou d'une norme. Il est souvent utilisé dans divers contextes, allant de la description physique à des situations abstraites.

Contextes d'utilisation

  1. Description physique : "low" peut décrire la hauteur d'un objet ou d'une personne. Par exemple :

    • "The table is low." (La table est basse.)
    • "He has a low voice." (Il a une voix basse.)
  2. Niveau ou intensité : Utilisé pour indiquer un niveau réduit dans des contextes variés, comme le son, la température ou la qualité.

    • "Please keep the volume low." (Veuillez garder le volume bas.)
    • "The temperature is low today." (La température est basse aujourd'hui.)
  3. Émotions ou états d'esprit : "low" peut également décrire un état émotionnel.

    • "She feels low after the news." (Elle se sent déprimée après les nouvelles.)
  4. Économie et finances : Utilisé pour décrire des prix, des taux ou des niveaux d'activité.

    • "The stock prices are low." (Les prix des actions sont bas.)
    • "We have low sales this month." (Nous avons de faibles ventes ce mois-ci.)

Phrases et expressions courantes

  • "Low-key" : Utilisé pour décrire quelque chose de discret ou non ostentatoire.
  • "Low and behold" : Une expression qui introduit une surprise.
  • "Low hanging fruit" : Désigne des tâches faciles à accomplir.

Contextes formels et informels

Le mot "low" peut être utilisé à la fois dans des contextes formels et informels. Dans des discussions techniques ou professionnelles, il peut décrire des spécifications ou des performances. Dans des conversations quotidiennes, il est souvent utilisé pour exprimer des sentiments ou des observations simples.

Erreurs courantes

Une erreur fréquente est de confondre "low" avec "lower," qui est la forme comparatif. Par exemple, dire "This is the low of the two" au lieu de "This is the lower of the two."

Mots associés

  • Synonymes : "small," "short," "minor," "slight."
  • Antonymes : "high," "tall," "elevated," "increased."

Prononciation

La prononciation de "low" est /loʊ/ en phonétique. Il est important de ne pas confondre le son avec d'autres mots comme "low" et "lo," qui peuvent avoir des significations différentes.

Grammaire et étymologie

"Low" est un adjectif de base en anglais, utilisé pour décrire des caractéristiques. Son étymologie remonte à l'anglais ancien "lōw," signifiant "bas" ou "humble."

En résumé, "low" est un mot polyvalent en anglais, utilisé dans divers contextes pour décrire des niveaux, des positions ou des états, tant physiques qu'abstraits.

Significados de Low em português

bas

Exemplo:
The shelf is too low for me to reach.
L'étagère est trop basse pour que je puisse l'atteindre.
He spoke in a low voice.
Il a parlé d'une voix basse.
Uso: formal/informalContexto: Used to describe physical height or volume.
Observação: In this context, 'bas' can refer to something that is not high in physical space or to a soft volume.

faible

Exemplo:
The company's profits were low this quarter.
Les bénéfices de l'entreprise étaient faibles ce trimestre.
She has a low level of confidence.
Elle a un faible niveau de confiance.
Uso: formalContexto: Used to describe quantity or degree.
Observação: 'Faible' can be used in various contexts, including economics, emotions, and any measurable quantity.

pauvre

Exemplo:
They live in a low-income neighborhood.
Ils vivent dans un quartier pauvre.
He is from a low background.
Il vient d'un milieu pauvre.
Uso: formal/informalContexto: Used to describe socioeconomic status.
Observação: 'Pauvre' is often used in discussions about wealth and economic status.

moindre

Exemplo:
This solution has a low impact on the environment.
Cette solution a un moindre impact sur l'environnement.
We are looking for low-risk investments.
Nous recherchons des investissements à moindre risque.
Uso: formalContexto: Used to describe something that is lesser in comparison to something else.
Observação: 'Moindre' is often used in comparative contexts, indicating lower degree or quality.

humble

Exemplo:
He comes from a lowly position.
Il vient d'une position humble.
She is quite low in the company hierarchy.
Elle est assez humble dans la hiérarchie de l'entreprise.
Uso: formal/informalContexto: Used in discussions about status or rank.
Observação: 'Humble' can imply modesty or a lack of pretension, often used in social contexts.

Sinônimos de Low

lower

Lower is used to describe something that is situated not far above the ground or another surface.
Exemplo: The temperature is lower today than yesterday.
Observação: Lower specifically refers to a position or level that is beneath another in height or degree.

small

Small refers to something that is little in size, amount, or degree.
Exemplo: The chances of winning are small.
Observação: Small emphasizes the physical dimensions or quantity of something rather than its position or level.

dim

Dim is used to describe something that is not shining brightly or clearly.
Exemplo: The dim light in the room created a cozy atmosphere.
Observação: Dim often refers to a lack of brightness or clarity in terms of light or visibility.

depressed

Depressed describes a state of feeling sad, despondent, or lacking in energy.
Exemplo: She felt depressed after hearing the news.
Observação: Depressed is more commonly used to describe emotional or psychological states rather than physical positions or levels.

Expressões e frases comuns de Low

Low key

To be understated or secretive about something, not drawing attention to it.
Exemplo: I'm low key excited about the concert tomorrow.
Observação: The original word 'low' refers to something being at a small distance from the ground or bottom, while 'low key' refers to a subtle or reserved manner.

Low blow

An unfair or unkind comment or action, especially during a conflict or argument.
Exemplo: Bringing up his past mistakes was a low blow during the argument.
Observação: While 'low' can refer to something being at a small height, a 'low blow' is a figurative expression describing a hurtful action.

Low hanging fruit

Tasks or goals that are easily achievable or require little effort.
Exemplo: Let's focus on the low hanging fruit first before tackling the bigger issues.
Observação: The original word 'low' indicates a position close to the ground, while 'low hanging fruit' refers to tasks that are easily reachable or attainable.

Low battery

When the power level of a device is running out or is insufficient.
Exemplo: My phone keeps showing a low battery warning.
Observação: While 'low' generally means at a small distance from the ground, 'low battery' specifically refers to the remaining power level of a device.

Low profile

To avoid attracting attention or publicity, to remain inconspicuous.
Exemplo: She prefers to keep a low profile at work.
Observação: The original word 'low' refers to a position close to the ground, while 'low profile' describes keeping oneself unnoticed.

Low tide

The point at which the tide is at its lowest level, exposing more of the shoreline.
Exemplo: We went exploring the tide pools during low tide.
Observação: While 'low' generally means at a small height or distance from the ground, 'low tide' specifically refers to the water level in relation to the shore.

Low on funds

Having a limited amount of money or financial resources.
Exemplo: I can't go out for dinner tonight, I'm low on funds this month.
Observação: The word 'low' refers to something being at a small distance from the ground, while 'low on funds' specifically refers to a shortage of money.

Expressões cotidianas (gíria) de Low

Lowkey

Lowkey is used to describe something that is kept secret or not openly acknowledged.
Exemplo: I lowkey like her, but I don't want to admit it.
Observação: Lowkey is an informal term that is often used in place of 'secretly' or 'not explicitly.'

Lowlife

Lowlife is a derogatory term used to describe a person of low social standing or someone considered morally despicable.
Exemplo: He's just a dirty little lowlife who preys on people.
Observação: Lowlife conveys a much harsher and judgmental tone compared to simply saying 'low person.'

Lose, lose

Lose, lose describes a situation where there are no positive outcomes, only negative consequences.
Exemplo: It's a lose, lose situation for me—I can either upset my boss or disappoint my team.
Observação: The use of 'lose, lose' emphasizes the dual negative outcomes without explicitly stating 'both options are bad.'

Lowball

Lowball refers to making an unreasonably low offer or estimate in a negotiation or transaction.
Exemplo: He tried to lowball me during the negotiation by offering half of what I asked for.
Observação: Lowball implies an intentional attempt to undercut or deceive in business dealings, rather than just offering a low price.

Low man on the totem pole

Low man on the totem pole refers to the person with the least seniority or status in a group or organization.
Exemplo: As the new intern, I'm the low man on the totem pole in this company.
Observação: This phrase vividly conveys hierarchy and status differences within a group, emphasizing one's position at the bottom.

Low - Exemplos

The table is low.
La table est basse.
The volume is too low.
Le volume est trop bas.
The quality of the product is low.
La qualité du produit est faible.

Gramática de Low

Low - Adjetivo (Adjective) / Adjetivo (Adjective)
Lema: low
Conjugações
Adjetivo, comparativo (Adjective, comparative): lower
Adjetivo, superlativo (Adjective, superlative): lowest
Adjetivo (Adjective): low
Advérbio, comparativo (Adverb, comparative): lower
Advérbio, superlativo (Adverb, superlative): lowest
Advérbio (Adverb): low
Substantivo, plural (Noun, plural): lows, low
Substantivo, singular ou massa (Noun, singular or mass): low
Verbo, tempo passado (Verb, past tense): lowed
Verbo, gerúndio ou particípio presente (Verb, gerund or present participle): lowing
Verbo, terceira pessoa do singular no presente (Verb, 3rd person singular present): lows
Verbo, forma base (Verb, base form): low
Verbo, presente não na terceira pessoa do singular (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): low
Sílabas, Separação e Ênfase
low contém 1 sílabas: low
Transcrição fonética: ˈlō
low , ˈlō (A sílaba vermelha é tônica)

Low - Importância e frequência de uso

O índice de frequência e importância das palavras indica com que frequência uma palavra aparece em um determinado idioma. Quanto menor o número, mais frequentemente a palavra é usada. As palavras mais frequentemente usadas variam normalmente de 1 a 4000.
low: 300 - 400 (Extremamente Comum).
Este índice de importância ajuda você a se concentrar nas palavras mais úteis durante o seu processo de aprendizagem de idiomas.
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