This is the 10123rd most frequent Portuguese word.
embarcação
A vessel or boat used for transportation on water.
Here, "embarcação" is used to refer to a large boat, emphasizing its physical characteristics.
Eu vi uma embarcação imensa no porto hoje.
I saw a huge vessel in the port today.
In this sentence, "embarcação" implies a functional and engineered vessel, highlighting its design attributes.
A embarcação foi projetada para resistir a tempestades no oceano.
The vessel was designed to withstand storms in the ocean.
"Embarcações" in this context refers to multiple boats or ships as a means of conveyance or transportation.