This is the 2835th most frequent Portuguese word.
bandeirantes
"Bandeirantes" were Brazilian explorers and fortune hunters primarily in the 17th century who expanded colonial territory and searched for minerals and Indigenous slaves.
Here, 'bandeirantes' refers to the historical individuals in Brazil who embarked on expeditions to identify resources and expand territory during colonial times.
Os bandeirantes exploraram o interior do Brasil em busca de riquezas.
The bandeirantes explored the interior of Brazil in search of riches.
In this sentence, 'bandeirante' is used in its singular form to highlight its cultural and historical significance in São Paulo's context.
O nome bandeirante é uma parte importante da história paulista.
The name bandeirante is an important part of São Paulo's history.
Here, 'Bandeirantes' is used as a proper noun for a chosen team name, symbolizing heritage or a regional connection.