This is the 10070th most frequent Portuguese word.
duplicaram
"Duplicaram" means "they doubled" in English.
Here, 'duplicaram' is used to express that the number of visitors increased to twice the original amount, indicating multiplication.
Eles duplicaram o número de visitantes no museu após a renovação.
They doubled the number of visitors in the museum after the renovation.
In this sentence, 'duplicaram' refers to the action of making copies of files, indicating replication rather than multiplication.
Elas duplicaram os arquivos para garantir cópias de segurança.
They duplicated the files to ensure backup copies.
Here, 'duplicaram' represents an increase in the intensity or dedication towards completing a task, metaphorically doubling their input or commitment.