naquilo

This is the 5122nd most frequent Portuguese word.


naquilo

"Naquilo" means "on that" or "in that" in English, often referring to something previously mentioned.


In this sentence, "naquilo" is used to refer to a specific matter or thing that has been previously mentioned or is understood from the context. It works as a demonstrative pronoun.

Eu concentrei meu esforço naquilo que parecia mais urgente.

I focused my effort on what seemed most urgent.


Here, "naquilo" is used as part of the verb structure "acreditar em" (to believe in), which connects the belief to a specific idea or statement referenced.

Ela acredita naquilo que lhe disseram.

She believes in what they told her.


In this usage, "naquilo" emphasizes the object of thought or contemplation, referring to an abstract concept or situation already understood in the discourse.

Pensei muito naquilo antes de tomar minha decisão.

I thought a lot about it before making my decision.