This is the 11964th most frequent Portuguese word.
rafting
Rafting: The sport or activity of traveling on rivers using inflatable rafts.
Here 'rafting' is utilized as a noun, referring to the adventure sport.
Rafting pode ser uma atividade emocionante em rios rápidos.
Rafting can be an exciting activity in fast rivers.
In this context, 'rafting' is used as a verb, indicating the participatory act of engaging in the activity.
Estamos planejando fazer rafting no próximo fim de semana.
We are planning to go rafting next weekend.
Here 'rafting' again serves as a noun, describing the activity for which the equipment is intended.