This is the 3183rd most frequent Portuguese word.
constituem
"Constituem" means "they constitute" or "they make up."
In this sentence, 'constituiem' denotes forming or organizing something as a whole.
Eles constituem um grupo unido.
They constitute a united group.
Here, 'constituiem' implies being the primary components or parts that make up a greater entity.
Esses elementos constituem a base do sistema.
These elements constitute the foundation of the system.
In this context, 'constituiem' is used to indicate that today's actions represent or amount to a significant event in history.