boca

This is the 5936th most frequent Portuguese word.


boca

Mouth.


In this context, 'boca' is used to describe the opening of a container, showing the word's application beyond human anatomy.

O barco está com uma pequena abertura na boca da garrafa de vidro.

The bottle of glass has a small opening at its mouth.


In this sentence, 'boca' refers to the physical part of the body used for eating and speaking.

Ele estava com a boca cheia de comida.

He had his mouth full of food.


Here, 'boca' metaphorically signifies the expression of astonishment through opening the mouth.

Ela abriu a boca de espanto ao ouvir a notícia.

She opened her mouth in astonishment upon hearing the news.