This is the 11065th most frequent Portuguese word.
lares
"Lares" means "homes" or "households" in English.
Here, 'lares' refers to the physical dwelling places of families, symbolizing 'homes' or 'households'.
Os lares das famílias sempre têm histórias únicas.
The homes of families always have unique stories.
In this sentence, 'lares' represents specialized accommodations tailored for elder care, such as nursing homes.
Ela trabalha cuidando de vários lares de idosos.
She works taking care of several elderly care homes.
Here, 'lares' is used in a historical and mythological context, signifying protective domestic deities from Roman culture.