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 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'.
Ela está lutando para terminar seu projeto a tempo.
She is fighting to finish her project on time.
In this context, 'lutando' refers to advocating or working towards a cause, representing a metaphorical battle.