This is the 12026th most frequent Portuguese word.
recompensa
Reward.
The word 'recompensa' in this sentence refers to a reward or payment as a form of recognition after an achievement.
A recompensa pelo bom desempenho foi merecida.
The reward for good performance was well-deserved.
Here, 'recompensa' is used metaphorically to describe the positive emotional or moral satisfaction derived from an action.
Ele acredita que ajudar os outros é uma recompensa em si.
He believes that helping others is a reward in itself.
In this instance, 'recompensa' directly refers to something promised or owed in exchange for effort or action.