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Several

ˈsɛv(ə)rəl

Extremamente Comum

400 - 500

400 - 500
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.

plusieurs, certains, quelques, divers

Significados de Several em português

Le mot 'several' est un adjectif en anglais qui signifie "plusieurs" en français. Il est utilisé pour désigner un nombre indéfini de choses ou de personnes, généralement compris entre trois et une dizaine. 'Several' est couramment employé dans des contextes variés, tant formels qu'informels.

Exemples d'utilisation :

"I have several books on this topic." (J'ai plusieurs livres sur ce sujet.)
"There are several options available." (Il y a plusieurs options disponibles.)
"She visited several countries last year." (Elle a visité plusieurs pays l'année dernière.)

Le mot est souvent utilisé par des locuteurs natifs dans des conversations quotidiennes, des écrits académiques, des articles de journaux, et des rapports professionnels. Il convient de noter que 'several' est considéré comme un terme neutre et peut être utilisé dans des contextes variés sans connotation particulière.

Phrases courantes :

"Several times" (plusieurs fois)
"Several people" (plusieurs personnes)
"Several reasons" (plusieurs raisons)

Erreurs courantes :
Une erreur fréquente consiste à utiliser 'several' pour désigner un nombre trop petit, comme deux. Dans ce cas, il est préférable d'utiliser 'a couple of' ou 'a few'.

Mots apparentés :
Synonymes : 'a few', 'numerous', 'various'
Antonymes : 'none', 'one'

Nuances de prononciation :
'Several' se prononce /ˈsɛv.ər.əl/. Les francophones peuvent avoir tendance à prononcer le 'v' de manière trop marquée, ce qui peut rendre le mot difficile à comprendre pour les anglophones.

Grammaire et étymologie :
'Several' est un adjectif indénombrable qui ne change pas au pluriel. Il provient du vieux français 'severel', qui signifie "distinct" ou "séparé".

Significados de Several em português

plusieurs

Exemplo:

I have several books on my shelf.

J'ai plusieurs livres sur mon étagère.

There are several options available.

Il y a plusieurs options disponibles.

Uso: formal/informalContexto: Used to refer to an indefinite number of items, typically more than two but not many.

Observação: The term 'plusieurs' implies a quantity that is more than a few but not specifically defined.

certains

Exemplo:

Several people attended the meeting.

Certaines personnes ont assisté à la réunion.

I spoke to several friends about it.

J'ai parlé à certains amis à ce sujet.

Uso: formal/informalContexto: Used when referring to an unspecified number of people or things, suggesting a subset.

Observação: 'Certains' can sometimes carry a more selective connotation, emphasizing that among the group there are notable or specific individuals.

quelques

Exemplo:

I saw several birds in the park.

J'ai vu quelques oiseaux dans le parc.

Several students passed the exam.

Quelques étudiants ont réussi l'examen.

Uso: informalContexto: Often used to refer to a small number of items or people, but more than one.

Observação: 'Quelques' is generally used to imply a smaller quantity than 'plusieurs', and is more casual.

divers

Exemplo:

Several factors contributed to the decision.

Divers facteurs ont contribué à la décision.

They visited several countries during their trip.

Ils ont visité divers pays pendant leur voyage.

Uso: formalContexto: Used to indicate a variety of items or individuals.

Observação: 'Divers' emphasizes variety and can suggest a more formal tone.

Sinônimos de Several

a few

A few implies a small number, typically more than two but not many.

Exemplo: I only need a few more minutes to finish this task.

Observação: A few is more specific than several, indicating a smaller quantity.

some

Some indicates an unspecified quantity that is not large.

Exemplo: Could you please bring me some water?

Observação: Some is more general than several, not specifying a definite number.

a couple

A couple refers to two people or things, or a small number close to two.

Exemplo: I'll be ready in a couple of minutes.

Observação: A couple is more specific than several, indicating a precise number or a very small quantity.

various

Various suggests different kinds or a range of things.

Exemplo: I have various books on different topics.

Observação: Various implies a diversity of items, while several focuses on a specific number of items.

Expressões e frases comuns de Several

Several times

This phrase means many times or repeatedly.

Exemplo: I have seen that movie several times.

Observação: It emphasizes the frequency of the action.

Several of

This phrase refers to a specific number of people or things, more than a few but not many.

Exemplo: Several of my friends are coming to the party.

Observação: It specifies a particular group within a larger set.

Several different

This phrase indicates multiple distinct options or variations.

Exemplo: There are several different ways to approach this problem.

Observação: It highlights the variety or diversity of options.

Several more

This phrase denotes additional quantities beyond what is already present.

Exemplo: I need several more ingredients to complete the recipe.

Observação: It suggests an increase or accumulation of items.

Several times over

This phrase means repeatedly or thoroughly, often with a sense of careful scrutiny.

Exemplo: She checked her work several times over to ensure accuracy.

Observação: It conveys a sense of meticulous attention or scrutiny.

Several years ago

This phrase indicates a time in the past that is more than a few years before the present.

Exemplo: I visited Paris several years ago.

Observação: It specifies a period in the past with a somewhat vague but significant duration.

Several people

This phrase refers to a number of individuals, more than a few but not a large crowd.

Exemplo: Several people attended the meeting.

Observação: It highlights a specific count or group of individuals.

Several options

This phrase indicates multiple choices or alternatives.

Exemplo: We have several options to choose from for our vacation.

Observação: It emphasizes the availability of various possibilities.

Several good reasons

This phrase suggests multiple valid or compelling justifications.

Exemplo: There are several good reasons to consider this proposal.

Observação: It underscores the existence of multiple sound arguments or motivations.

Expressões cotidianas (gíria) de Several

A couple of

A couple of denotes two or a small indefinite number.

Exemplo: I need a couple of more hours to finish this project.

Observação: A couple of specifically refers to two or a small number, while several refers to a larger, indeterminate number.

A handful of

A handful of suggests a small, easily countable number.

Exemplo: Only a handful of people showed up at the meeting.

Observação: A handful of is used for a very small number, whereas several indicates a larger, less easily quantifiable number.

A bunch of

A bunch of describes a collection or group of items.

Exemplo: He bought a bunch of flowers for his girlfriend.

Observação: A bunch of is more informal and often used for a grouping of items, while several implies a more scattered or diverse number of things.

A stack of

A stack of refers to a large quantity or number of items.

Exemplo: She received a stack of papers to review before the meeting.

Observação: A stack of conveys a visual image of items piled up, while several is a more general term for an unspecified number.

A load of

A load of suggests a significant amount or quantity.

Exemplo: I have a load of laundry to do this weekend.

Observação: A load of emphasizes a substantial quantity of items, whereas several denotes a moderate amount without specifying the exact number.

A ton of

A ton of conveys a large, excessive number of items or people.

Exemplo: There were a ton of people at the concert last night.

Observação: A ton of is an exaggerated expression indicating a very large amount, while several is a more moderate term without implying excessiveness.

Several - Exemplos

Several people have already arrived.

Plusieurs personnes sont déjà arrivées.

She has several options to choose from.

Elle a plusieurs options parmi lesquelles choisir.

The store sells several different types of bread.

Le magasin vend plusieurs types de pain différents.

Gramática de Several

Several - Adjetivo (Adjective) / Adjetivo (Adjective)

Lema: several

Conjugações

Adjetivo (Adjective): several

Sílabas, Separação e Ênfase

several contém 3 sílabas: sev • er • al

Transcrição fonética: ˈsev-rəl

sev er al , ˈsev rəl (A sílaba vermelha é tônica)

Several - 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.

several: 400 - 500 (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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