This is the 5040th most frequent Portuguese word.
loteria
Lottery.
The word "loteria" refers to a gambling activity where participants buy tickets and prizes are distributed through random selection, commonly translating to "lottery."
Ganhei na loteria e agora posso viajar pelo mundo.
I won the lottery and now I can travel the world.
In this context, "loteria" is used metaphorically to describe something unpredictable or random, illustrating how the word can symbolize uncertainty or chance.
Esta situação é uma loteria; nunca sabemos o que pode acontecer.
This situation is a lottery; we never know what might happen.
Here, "loteria" denotes a physical establishment where lottery tickets are sold and potentially other related services are offered, highlighting its practical application in everyday life.