This is the 5766th most frequent Portuguese word.
arauco
"Arauco" in Portuguese refers to a species of pine tree (Araucaria) native to South America.
Here, 'arauco' is an adjective describing the wind as being characteristic of the Araucanian region or culture.
O vento arauco percorreu as montanhas frias.
The Araucanian wind swept through the cold mountains.
Here, 'arauco' refers to the indigenous group called Araucanians.
O povo arauco é conhecido por sua rica cultura tradicional.
The Araucanian people are known for their rich traditional culture.
In this sentence, 'arauco' is used to refer to a type of tree, the Araucaria.