This is the 11512th most frequent Portuguese word.
origem
"Origem" in English means "origin" or "source."
Here 'origem' is used to denote the source or beginning point of the word.
A origem da palavra vem do latim.
The origin of the word comes from Latin.
In this sentence, 'origem' refers to the point of beginning or creation of the universe.
Eles debateram sobre a origem do universo.
They discussed the origin of the universe.
Here 'origem' is used to indicate the place or cultural background where the speaker comes from.