This is the 7195th most frequent Portuguese word.
leônidas
"Leônidas" is a proper noun in Portuguese, commonly used as a male name, inspired by Leonidas, the Spartan king of ancient Greece.
The word 'Leônidas' is used as a proper noun referring to a historical figure—King Leonidas of Sparta.
Leônidas foi um rei espartano renomado pela sua coragem.
Leônidas was a Spartan king renowned for his courage.
Here, 'Leônidas' continues to function as a proper noun signifying the historical character discussed in literature.
Alguns livros narram a história de Leônidas na batalha das Termópilas.
Some books narrate the story of Leônidas in the Battle of Thermopylae.
In this instance, 'Leônidas' is treated more generally as a given name, illustrating cultural naming practices honoring historical heroes.