dessa

This is the 1043rd most frequent Portuguese word.

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dessa

"Of that" or "from that" (feminine form).


Here, 'dessa' is the contraction of 'de + essa', referring to a specific song that is near the listener or has been mentioned in conversation, indicating proximity or relevance.

Eu gosto dessa música.

I like this song.


In this sentence, 'dessa' indicates possession, referring to 'de + essa' and pointing to a specific flower mentioned or observed.

O cheiro dessa flor é maravilhoso.

The scent of this flower is wonderful.


Here, 'dessa' is used to refer to 'de + essa', speaking about a specific situation currently implied or being discussed.

Vamos sair dessa situação com sucesso.

We will get out of this situation successfully.