This is the 3869th most frequent Portuguese word.
direito
"Direito" can mean "right" (entitlement or direction) or "law" (legal system) in English.
In this sentence, 'direito' means an entitlement or a legitimate claim to something.
Ele tem direito a férias após um ano de trabalho.
He is entitled to vacation after one year of work.
'Direito' here refers to the direction or orientation, specifically 'right' as opposed to 'left'.
O lado direito do carro está amassado.
The right side of the car is dented.
'Direito' in this sentence refers to the field of law or legal studies.