This is the 7662nd most frequent Portuguese word.
passo
"Passo" means "step" in English.
In this sentence, 'passo' refers to a physical step taken by a person in movement.
Eu dou um passo à frente para começar.
I take a step forward to start.
In this sentence, 'passo' represents a figurative step or stage in the process.
Esse projeto precisa de cada passo feito com cuidado.
This project needs every step done carefully.
Here, 'passo' is derived from the verb 'passar' and means 'I pass' as in transferring an object or information.