This is the 2604th most frequent Portuguese word.
ilhas
"Ilhas" means "islands" in English.
In this sentence, 'ilhas' refers to a specific group of islands as part of a proper noun, describing their geographical location.
As Ilhas Maldivas são conhecidas por suas praias deslumbrantes.
The Maldives Islands are known for their stunning beaches.
Here, 'ilhas' is used in a general sense to describe multiple small land areas surrounded by water within an archipelago.
Há muitas ilhas no arquipélago do Mar de Andamão.
There are many islands in the Andaman Sea archipelago.
In this instance, 'ilhas' represents a general term for islands the subject intends to visit, emphasizing their exotic nature.