This is the 5731st most frequent Portuguese word.
angelus
"Angelus" is a prayer in Christianity recited in honor of the Annunciation.
Here, 'Angelus' refers to the Christian prayer traditionally recited at sunrise, noon, and sunset.
O sino da igreja tocou ao entardecer, anunciando o angelus.
The church bell rang at sunset, announcing the Angelus.
In this usage, 'Angelus' specifies the period or event of collective prayer, emphasizing community.
Durante o angelus, todos se reuniram em oração silenciosa.
During the Angelus, everyone gathered in silent prayer.
This context uses 'Angelus' to highlight the importance of the prayer or ritual in the realm of religious tradition.