This is the 3919th most frequent Portuguese word.
gps
GPS: Global Positioning System, a navigation technology for determining location.
In this sentence, 'GPS' is used as a noun to identify the device or system aiding navigation.
Usei o GPS para encontrar o caminho até o restaurante.
I used the GPS to find the way to the restaurant.
Here, 'GPS' refers to the application and software providing location services.
O aplicativo do GPS atualizou com novos mapas.
The GPS app updated with new maps.
In this example, 'GPS' denotes the built-in navigation system within the vehicle.