This is the 6501st most frequent Portuguese word.
elisa
"Elisa" is a proper noun, typically used as a given name in Portuguese.
In this sentence, 'Elisa' is used as a proper name to identify a specific person.
Elisa é uma menina muito inteligente.
Elisa is a very intelligent girl.
Here, 'Elisa' is again used as a proper noun to refer to a specific person named Elisa.
Encontrei Elisa na praça ontem.
I met Elisa in the square yesterday.
In this context, 'Elisa' functions as the subject of the sentence, showing concern and empathy towards the person.