mota

This is the 4040th most frequent Portuguese word.


mota

Motorcycle.


In this sentence, 'mota' refers to a motorcycle, a common shorthand in informal Portuguese usage.

Eu comprei uma mota nova para ir trabalhar.

I bought a new motorcycle to go to work.


Here, 'mota' is used informally to mean a bicycle, especially among younger speakers.

Aquele menino anda sempre na mota, ele adora bicicletas.

That boy is always riding his bike, he loves bicycles.


In this context, 'mota' refers to motorcycles, emphasizing its utility and hobbyist appeal.

Um dos interesses dele é consertar motas antigas.

One of his hobbies is fixing old motorcycles.