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Is the word cansativas the same in Brazilian and European Portuguese?

Yes

The word "cansativas" is identical in meaning, spelling, and grammatical function in both Brazilian and Continental Portuguese. The only difference is pronunciation. In Brazilian Portuguese, the unstressed vowels (such as the "a" in the syllables "can-" and "-sa-") are typically pronounced with more openness and clarity. In Continental Portuguese, these unstressed vowels are often reduced, meaning they are pronounced much more softly or are almost swallowed, creating a more "closed" phonetic rhythm.

Brazilian Portuguese Examples

1. As aulas de matemática são muito cansativas. (Math classes are very tiring.)
2. Essas viagens de ônibus são cansativas. (These bus trips are tiring.)
3. As tarefas de casa são cansativas. (Housework is tiring.)
4. As reuniões de trabalho foram cansativas. (Work meetings were tiring.)
5. As caminhadas na trilha são cansativas. (Hikes on the trail are tiring.)

European Portuguese Examples

1. As aulas de matemática são muito cansativas. (Math classes are very tiring.)
2. Estas viagens de autocarro são cansativas. (These bus trips are tiring.)
3. As tarefas domésticas são cansativas. (Housework is tiring.)
4. As reuniões de trabalho foram cansativas. (Work meetings were tiring.)
5. As caminhadas no trilho são cansativas. (Hikes on the trail are tiring.)