This is the 10213th most frequent Portuguese word.
entrelaçar
To intertwine or interlace.
In this sentence, 'entrelaçam' indicates the physical intertwining or mingling of tree branches.
Os galhos das árvores se entrelaçam formando uma cobertura natural.
The branches of the trees intertwine forming a natural cover.
Here, 'entrelaçar' is used metaphorically to describe the merging or intertwining of life paths.
Eles desejaram entrelaçar suas vidas por meio do casamento.
They wished to intertwine their lives through marriage.
In this context, 'entrelaçar' refers to the mixing or combining of ideas or perspectives within a story.