This is the 4672nd most frequent Portuguese word.
devedor
"Debtor" – a person or entity that owes money.
In this sentence, 'devedor' is used to refer to a debtor in a financial or legal context, describing someone who owes money or obligations.
O devedor deve pagar a dívida no prazo estipulado.
The debtor must pay the debt within the set deadline.
Here, 'devedor' is figuratively used to imply owing something non-material, such as an explanation, showcasing metaphorical usage.
Ele está devedor de uma explicação para o seu comportamento recente.
He owes an explanation for his recent behavior.
In this example, 'devedor' suggests being overdue or behind in fulfilling an obligation, emphasizing situational adaptability.