This is the 7465th most frequent Portuguese word.
mulungu
"Mulungu" refers to a type of tree native to tropical regions, particularly Erythrina species, often used for medicinal purposes.
Here, 'mulungu' refers to the name of a specific type of tree native to Brazil that is known for its health-related uses.
O mulungu é uma árvore brasileira com propriedades medicinais.
Mulungu is a Brazilian tree with medicinal properties.
In this sentence, 'mulungu' refers to a cultural or spiritual term equating to 'God', showing a contextual derivation from specific cultural practices.
Em algumas culturas, mulungu é usado como sinônimo de 'Deus'.
In some cultures, mulungu is used as a synonym for 'God'.
Here, 'mulungu' represents the plant's parts, specifically its bark or flowers, which are used to prepare a calming tea.