This is the 10051st most frequent Portuguese word.
domina
"Domina" means "dominates" or "masters" in English.
Here, 'domina' is used to mean 'masters,' indicating expertise or proficiency in a skill.
Ela domina muito bem a técnica de pintura.
She masters the painting technique very well.
In this case, 'domina' signifies 'captivates,' referring to the ability to capture and hold focus or interest.
O professor domina a atenção dos alunos com histórias interessantes.
The teacher captivates the students' attention with interesting stories.
Here, 'dominam' means 'control,' showing the concept of subordinating or overpowering in context.