This is the 6849th most frequent Portuguese word.
hernando
"Hernando" is a proper noun, typically a Spanish given name, and does not have a meaning in Portuguese.
The word 'Hernando' functions as a proper noun, specifically as the name of the subject of the sentence.
Hernando comprou um livro novo para sua coleção.
Hernando bought a new book for his collection.
In this context, 'Hernando' refers to a specific individual in history, serving as the subject of the sentence.
Na história antiga, Hernando foi reconhecido como um explorador famoso.
In ancient history, Hernando was recognized as a famous explorer.
Here, 'Hernando' is the person someone is conversing with, working as the object directly addressed in the sentence.