This is the 6275th most frequent Portuguese word.
counter
The Portuguese word for "counter" can be translated as "balcão" (a surface or table for transactions) or "contador" (a device for counting).
The word 'counter' is used here to describe a physical surface, typically in a shop, where transactions occur.
Ele colocou o livro no balcão da loja.
He placed the book on the store's counter.
In this context, 'counter' refers to a device used for counting, such as tallying steps.
Ela comprou um contador digital para acompanhar os passos.
She bought a digital counter to monitor her steps.
Here, 'counter' functions as a prefix meaning in opposition to, as part of the term 'counter-arguments'.