This is the 2049th most frequent Portuguese word.
creche
Daycare center for young children.
Here, 'creche' is used to refer to a daycare service where young children are cared for during the day.
Os pais deixaram o filho pequeno na creche pela manhã.
The parents dropped their young child off at the daycare in the morning.
In this context, 'creche' designates a daycare center, specifically one affiliated with a school or educational institution.
A creche da minha escola oferece atividades educativas para as crianças.
The daycare at my school provides educational activities for the children.
Here, 'creche' refers to a general concept or institution focused on child care and development.