This is the 4044th most frequent Portuguese word.
mães
"Mães" means "mothers" in English.
Here, 'mães' as a plural noun refers to mothers in general, highlighting their caretaking role.
As mães cuidam muito bem dos seus filhos.
Mothers take very good care of their children.
In this sentence, 'mães' is used to denote a specific group of mothers associated with the school.
Ela organizou uma festa para todas as mães da escola.
She organized a party for all the mothers of the school.
Here, 'mães' contrasts with 'pais' in a collective reference to both mothers and fathers.