tão — meaning in English

English meaning

• as conj Used to compare two things that are equal, alike, or happening at the same time.
• so adv To a great or specified extent; very.
• so much determiner Such a large quantity of something uncountable that it produces a particular result or reaction.
• that det Used to point out a specific thing, person, or idea, especially one that is more distant (in space, time, or attention) than something called "this."
• this det Used to point to something or someone nearby or just mentioned.

Senses

tão is used for these senses in English:

• as To such an extent or degree; to the same extent or degree.
• as In the (same) way or manner that; to the (same) degree that.
• as (numismatics, Ancient Rome) Any of several coins of Rome, coined in bronze or later copper; or the equivalent value.
• as Introducing a basis of comparison, with an object in the objective case.
• so Agreeing with actual facts or reality; true.
• so In that state or manner; with that attribute. A proadjective that replaces the aforementioned adjective phrase.
• so (dated, UK, slang) Homosexual.
• so Very much.

as — full definition

1. conj Used to compare two things that are equal, alike, or happening at the same time.
2. conj Because; since (giving a reason).
3. prep In the role or function of.
4. adv Used before an adjective or adverb in comparisons of equal degree, typically paired with a second "as".

so — full definition

1. adv To a great or specified extent; very.
2. adv In the same way as something already mentioned; also.
3. conj Used to introduce a result or consequence.
4. intj Used to introduce a new topic, question, or thought, often after a pause.

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