No. 1,841 in Portuguese
prefeita
"Prefeita" means "female mayor" in English.
In a sentence
A prefeita tomou medidas para melhorar a cidade.
The mayor took measures to improve the city.
The word 'prefeita' in this sentence refers to a female mayor, derived from 'prefeito' (male mayor), adjusted with a feminine ending.
Ela sempre se comporta de maneira prefeita em situações difíceis.
She always behaves in a perfect manner in difficult situations.
The word 'prefeita' here is an adjective meaning 'perfect', feminine singular form, describing the manner of her behavior.
Minha tia foi eleita a primeira prefeita da cidade.
My aunt was elected as the first female mayor of the city.
Again, 'prefeita' denotes a female individual holding the office of mayor, emphasizing a pioneering role.
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