This is the 2476th most frequent Portuguese word.
companhias
"Companhias" means "companies" or "companions" in English, depending on the context.
Here, 'companhias' refers to 'airlines', indicating companies providing transportation services.
As companhias aéreas estão oferecendo descontos para viagens internacionais.
The airlines are offering discounts for international trips.
In this usage, 'companhia' implies the presence or company of someone, particularly friends.
Gosto de estar na companhia dos meus amigos durante o fim de semana.
I enjoy being in the company of my friends during the weekend.
Here, 'companhias' pertains to theater groups or organizations specializing in performing arts.