This is the 5069th most frequent Portuguese word.
matérias
"Matérias" means "subjects" or "materials" in English, depending on context.
'Matérias' here refers to academic subjects or disciplines.
As matérias que estudamos na escola são muito diversas.
The subjects we study at school are very diverse.
'Matérias' here refers to articles or written pieces in publications.
Eu gosto de ler matérias sobre tecnologia em revistas especializadas.
I like reading articles about technology in specialized magazines.
'Matérias' here refers to raw materials or substances used in manufacturing.