This is the 12145th most frequent Portuguese word.
representava
"Representava" means "represented" (past imperfect tense of the verb "representar" in Portuguese).
In this sentence, 'representava' is used in the context of serving or acting as a delegate or spokesperson for a group, implying past and continuous representation.
Ela representava a equipe com orgulho.
She represented the team with pride.
Here, 'representava' signifies denotation or symbolization, indicating that something stood for or symbolized abstract concepts in the past.
O símbolo na bandeira representava coragem e liberdade.
The symbol on the flag represented courage and freedom.
In this case, 'representava' is applied metaphorically to indicate embodiment or portrayal, meaning the person was an example or manifestation of a concept in the past context.