This is the 11326th most frequent Portuguese word.
molotovs
"Molotovs" in Portuguese refers to improvised incendiary weapons, commonly known as Molotov cocktails.
In this sentence, 'molotovs' is used as a noun representing incendiary weapons, namely 'Molotov cocktails.' It demonstrates their physical deployment in a specific scenario.
Os manifestantes começaram a lançar molotovs durante o protesto.
The protesters started throwing molotovs during the demonstration.
Here, 'molotovs' describes the incendiary devices themselves, emphasizing their application and the reaction it caused from the community.
O uso de molotovs contra prédios foi condenado pela comunidade.
The use of molotovs against buildings was condemned by the community.
In this sentence, 'molotovs' conveys the educational interest regarding the creation of these devices, indicating the historical context rather than their active use.