This is the 6632nd most frequent Portuguese word.
fight
The Portuguese word for "fight" is "luta," meaning a physical or verbal struggle or conflict.
In this context, 'lutando' refers to advocating or working towards a cause, representing a metaphorical battle.
Os manifestantes estão lutando por seus direitos.
The protesters are fighting for their rights.
In this sentence, 'luta' refers to an organized physical combat, which is a common meaning of 'fight'.
Ele está treinando para a próxima luta.
He is training for the next fight.
Here, 'lutando' means striving or putting effort into achieving something, which shows the figurative usage of 'fight'.