No. 1,786 in Portuguese
importa
"Importa" means "matters" or "is important."
In a sentence
Isso não importa agora.
This doesn't matter now.
In this sentence, 'importa' is used to indicate relevance or significance of something, signaling it isn't relevant at the moment.
O que realmente importa é a sua felicidade.
What really matters is your happiness.
Here 'importa' emphasizes what has true value or importance, focusing attention on the subject's happiness.
Sempre importa estar preparado para o imprevisto.
It always matters to be prepared for the unexpected.
This usage of 'importa' highlights the advisability or importance of being ready for unforeseen circumstances.
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