Significados de Sigh em português

A palavra "sigh" em inglês é um verbo que significa soltar um suspiro, geralmente como uma expressão de emoções como alívio, cansaço, tristeza ou frustração. É utilizada em contextos informais e pode ser aplicada em diversas situações cotidianas.

Exemplos de uso:

Expressão de alívio: "After finishing the exam, she let out a sigh of relief." (Depois de terminar o exame, ela soltou um suspiro de alívio.)
Frustração ou cansaço: "He sighed when he realized he had forgotten his keys again." (Ele suspirou quando percebeu que havia esquecido suas chaves novamente.)
Tristeza: "She sighed at the news of her friend's departure." (Ela suspirou ao ouvir as notícias da partida de sua amiga.)

A palavra "sigh" também é frequentemente usada em expressões comuns, como:

"Sigh of relief" (suspiro de alívio)
"Sigh deeply" (suspirar profundamente)

O uso do termo é mais comum em contextos informais, mas pode aparecer em textos literários ou em diálogos que buscam transmitir emoções de forma mais intensa.

Erros comuns incluem a confusão entre "sigh" e "sign", devido à semelhança na pronúncia. "Sigh" refere-se ao ato de suspirar, enquanto "sign" se refere a um sinal ou indicação.

Palavras relacionadas incluem sinônimos como "exhale" (expelir ar) e "groan" (gemer), que podem transmitir emoções semelhantes, mas com nuances diferentes. Antônimos podem incluir "cheer" (alegrar) ou "smile" (sorrir), que expressam emoções positivas.

A pronúncia de "sigh" é /saɪ/, com um som de "ai" como em "high". É importante não confundir com palavras que têm som semelhante, mas significados diferentes.

Em termos de gramática, "sigh" é um verbo regular, podendo ser conjugado no passado como "sighed". A etimologia da palavra remonta ao inglês antigo "sīgan", que significa "suspirar".

Significados de Sigh em português

suspiro

Exemplo:

She let out a sigh of relief after finishing the exam.

Ela soltou um suspiro de alívio depois de terminar a prova.

He sighed deeply, feeling overwhelmed by the situation.

Ele suspirou profundamente, sentindo-se sobrecarregado pela situação.

Uso: informalContexto: Expressing relief, frustration, exhaustion, or contemplation.

Observação: The word 'suspiro' can also convey a sense of longing or desire in certain contexts.

respiração profunda

Exemplo:

Taking a deep sigh can help calm your nerves.

Fazer uma respiração profunda pode ajudar a acalmar seus nervos.

He took a deep sigh before speaking to her.

Ele fez uma respiração profunda antes de falar com ela.

Uso: formal/informalContexto: Describing a physical action of inhaling deeply and exhaling, often associated with emotional release.

Observação: This usage emphasizes the physical act of sighing rather than the emotional aspect.

lamento

Exemplo:

Her sigh was filled with lament for lost opportunities.

Seu lamento estava cheio de suspiros por oportunidades perdidas.

He sighed in lament for the past.

Ele suspirou em lamento pelo passado.

Uso: formalContexto: Expressing sadness or regret about a situation or past event.

Observação: This meaning is less common and is often used in literature or poetic expressions.

Sinônimos de Sigh

exhale

To breathe out air noisily and forcefully, often as a sign of relief, exhaustion, or frustration.

Exemplo: She let out a deep exhale before speaking.

Observação: Exhale specifically refers to the act of breathing out, while a sigh involves a more audible and expressive exhalation.

breathe out

To expel air from the lungs, often audibly, as a way of expressing emotions such as sadness, resignation, or weariness.

Exemplo: He closed his eyes and slowly breathed out, releasing all the tension.

Observação: This synonym directly conveys the action of exhaling air, similar to a sigh, but may not always carry the emotional connotations associated with sighing.

moan

To make a low, prolonged sound expressing pain, discomfort, or sorrow.

Exemplo: The wind made the old house creak and moan as if it were alive.

Observação: While moaning can convey a similar sense of emotional release as sighing, it tends to be more associated with sounds of pain or distress rather than resignation or relief.

Expressões e frases comuns de Sigh

Let out a sigh

To audibly exhale in a way that expresses relief, exhaustion, or frustration.

Exemplo: She let out a deep sigh after a long day at work.

Observação: This phrase emphasizes the act of exhaling audibly, rather than just the simple act of sighing.

Heave a sigh of relief

To sigh deeply as a sign of being relieved or reassured.

Exemplo: When he heard the good news, he heaved a sigh of relief.

Observação: This phrase specifically indicates a deep sigh that signifies relief or comfort.

Sigh of resignation

A sigh that expresses acceptance of a situation that is difficult or unwelcome.

Exemplo: She let out a sigh of resignation when she realized she had missed the deadline.

Observação: This phrase conveys a sense of accepting a situation without much hope for change.

Sigh with contentment

To sigh in a way that shows satisfaction, happiness, or peace.

Exemplo: As she sat by the fireplace with a cup of tea, she sighed with contentment.

Observação: This phrase indicates a sigh of satisfaction or pleasure rather than a sigh of frustration or exhaustion.

Long sigh

A sigh that is extended or drawn out, often indicating deep emotions or thoughts.

Exemplo: He let out a long sigh before starting the difficult task.

Observação: This phrase highlights the duration or intensity of the sigh, suggesting a deeper emotional state.

Sigh of disappointment

A sigh that conveys a sense of being let down or disheartened.

Exemplo: After the results were announced, she couldn't help but let out a sigh of disappointment.

Observação: This phrase specifically relates to expressing disappointment through a sigh.

Heavy sigh

A deep and weighty sigh usually indicating a burdened or troubled state of mind.

Exemplo: With a heavy sigh, he admitted his mistake.

Observação: This phrase emphasizes the weight or burden associated with the sigh, suggesting a deeper emotional impact.

Sigh of frustration

A sigh that expresses annoyance, impatience, or exasperation.

Exemplo: Unable to figure out the problem, she let out a sigh of frustration.

Observação: This phrase specifically highlights the feeling of frustration conveyed through the sigh.

Collective sigh of relief

A shared expression of relief or relaxation by a group of people.

Exemplo: When the storm passed, the entire neighborhood let out a collective sigh of relief.

Observação: This phrase indicates a communal act of sighing that signifies shared relief or comfort.

Expressões cotidianas (gíria) de Sigh

Ugh

Used to express frustration, annoyance, or dissatisfaction.

Exemplo: Ugh, I can't believe I forgot my keys again!

Observação: While a sigh typically denotes a sound expressing weariness or relief, 'ugh' is more about expressing irritation or disappointment.

Facepalm

A gesture of bringing one's hand to the face to show disbelief, embarrassment, or frustration.

Exemplo: Facepalm, I can't believe I made that mistake.

Observação: Facepalming involves a physical action of placing one's palm on the face, usually in response to a foolish action, unlike a sigh which is a sound.

Eye-roll

A gesture of rolling one's eyes often done to show disbelief, annoyance, or exasperation.

Exemplo: She gave him an eye-roll when he made that lame joke.

Observação: An eye-roll involves a visible physical action of rotating the eyes upwards, contrasting with the more audible sigh.

Meh

Used to convey indifference or lack of enthusiasm.

Exemplo: I asked him if he wanted to go out, and he just said 'meh'.

Observação: While 'meh' signifies a lack of interest or enthusiasm, a sigh usually conveys a sense of tiredness or relief.

Uff

Often used in South Asian regions to express exasperation, weariness, or frustration.

Exemplo: Uff, this traffic is never-ending!

Observação: Similar to a sigh, 'uff' expresses weariness or frustration but is specific to certain cultural contexts where it is commonly used.

Boo-hoo

Used mockingly to imitate someone crying or whining.

Exemplo: He kept boo-hooing about his lost wallet all afternoon.

Observação: Unlike a sigh which is a sound of exhalation, 'boo-hoo' is an onomatopoeic term mimicking the sound of crying.

Pfft

Used to indicate disbelief, dismissal, or derision.

Exemplo: Pfft, as if I would fall for that trick.

Observação: While sighing conveys a sense of resignation or relief, 'pfft' is more about expressing skepticism or disbelief.

Sigh - Exemplos

She let out a deep sigh when she heard the bad news.

Ela soltou um profundo suspiro quando ouviu as más notícias.

He sighed with relief when he finally finished the difficult task.

Ele suspirou de alívio quando finalmente terminou a tarefa difícil.

The old man sighed as he looked out the window, remembering his youth.

O velho suspirou enquanto olhava pela janela, lembrando de sua juventude.

Gramática de Sigh

Sigh - Nome próprio (Proper noun) / Nome próprio, singular (Proper noun, singular)

Lema: sigh

Conjugações

Substantivo, plural (Noun, plural): sighs

Substantivo, singular ou massa (Noun, singular or mass): sigh

Verbo, tempo passado (Verb, past tense): sighed

Verbo, gerúndio ou particípio presente (Verb, gerund or present participle): sighing

Verbo, terceira pessoa do singular no presente (Verb, 3rd person singular present): sighs

Verbo, forma base (Verb, base form): sigh

Verbo, presente não na terceira pessoa do singular (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): sigh

Sílabas, Separação e Ênfase

sigh contém 1 sílabas: sigh

Transcrição fonética: ˈsī

sigh , ˈsī (A sílaba vermelha é tônica)

Sigh - 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.

sigh: 200 - 300 (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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