This is the 4485th most frequent Portuguese word.
chorando
"Chorando" means "crying" in English.
Used as a present participle describing the action of crying, modifying the state of the subject.
A criança estava chorando porque perdeu seu brinquedo favorito.
The child was crying because they lost their favorite toy.
Indicates experiencing the emotional act of crying due to a positive situation, emphasizing an emotional reaction.
Estava chorando de alegria ao receber as boas notícias.
I was crying with joy upon receiving the good news.
Demonstrates continuation of the action of crying, showing persistence in the emotional state.