This is the 4466th most frequent Portuguese word.
catarata
"Catarata" in Portuguese means "waterfall" or "cataract" (an eye condition).
In this sentence, 'catarata' is used in a medical context referring to a condition affecting the eyes.
Ele foi diagnosticado com catarata e precisa de cirurgia.
He was diagnosed with cataract and needs surgery.
Here, 'cataratas' refers to waterfalls, showcasing its geographical and natural context.
As cataratas do Iguaçu são uma atração turística famosa.
The Iguazu Falls are a famous tourist attraction.
In this context, 'cataratas' is metaphorically describing temporary streams of water formed by rain.