This is the 6800th most frequent Portuguese word.
guaratuba
"Guaratuba" is a Tupi-origin word meaning "place with many herons."
Here, 'Guaratuba' refers to a specific location or city.
Eu visitei Guaratuba durante as férias.
I visited Guaratuba during the holidays.
In this case, 'guaratuba' signifies a type of fish, named after its regional designation.
Eu comprei um peixe guaratuba no mercado.
I bought a guaratuba fish at the market.
In this usage, 'Guaratuba' is discussed as a term with linguistic and cultural significance.