This is the 5052nd most frequent Portuguese word.
magistério
"Magistério" refers to the teaching profession or the act of teaching, especially at primary and secondary education levels.
In this sentence, 'magistério' refers to the profession of teaching or the entirety of educational activities carried out by teachers.
O magistério é uma profissão fundamental para a formação de cidadãos.
The teaching profession is fundamental for the formation of citizens.
Here, 'magistério' denotes the academic and professional path related to becoming a teacher.
Ela decidiu seguir o magistério e se tornou professora de uma escola primária.
She decided to pursue teaching and became a primary school teacher.
In this usage, 'magistério' represents the period or experience of practicing the teaching profession.