This is the 12125th most frequent Portuguese word.
renovar
"Renovar" means "to renew" or "to restore."
In this context, 'renovar' refers to the action of renewing or updating a document that has expired or is no longer valid.
Eu preciso renovar minha carteira de identidade.
I need to renew my identification card.
Here, 'renovar' denotes the act of refreshing or revamping, indicating improvement or an update to something existing.
A reforma servirá para renovar o estilo antigo do apartamento.
The renovation will serve to refresh the apartment's old style.
In this usage, 'renovar' implies revitalizing or recharging, showing a figurative sense of restoration or replenishment.