This is the 10494th most frequent Portuguese word.
feriu
"Feriu" means "hurt" or "injured" in English.
Here 'feriu' is used in the literal sense of causing physical harm.
Ele feriu sua perna durante o jogo.
He injured his leg during the game.
In this context, 'feriu' is used figuratively to indicate emotional harm.
Ela feriu seus sentimentos com aquele comentário.
She hurt his feelings with that comment.
Here 'feriu' metaphorically conveys harm to the company's standing or image.