This is the 9047th most frequent Portuguese word.
bagagem
Luggage or baggage.
In this context, 'bagagem' refers to physical luggage or suitcases that one packs for traveling.
Eu preparei minha bagagem para a viagem.
I have prepared my luggage for the trip.
Here, 'bagagem' metaphorically refers to psychological or emotional experiences and feelings that someone carries with them.
Ela tem muita bagagem emocional após aquela experiência difícil.
She has a lot of emotional baggage after that difficult experience.
In this example, 'bagagem' symbolizes the knowledge, cultural awareness, and experiences a person acquires over time.