This is the 11921st most frequent Portuguese word.
puxa
"Puxa" in Portuguese is an interjection expressing surprise, admiration, or disappointment, similar to "wow" or "oh" in English.
Used as an interjection expressing surprise or amazement.
Puxa, que surpresa boa!
Wow, what a nice surprise!
Used as a verb meaning 'to pull' or 'tug' an object.
Ele puxa a corda com força.
He pulls the rope strongly.
Used as a verb in a figurative sense, meaning 'to draw' or 'take influence from' something.