This is the 12265th most frequent Portuguese word.
roubou
"Roubou" means "stole" in English.
The word "roubou" here is used to indicate the act of criminally stealing or taking something without permission.
Ele roubou um pão da padaria.
He stole a loaf of bread from the bakery.
The word "roubou" is metaphorically used to mean that someone attracted most of the attention or excelled unexpectedly.
Ela roubou a cena no evento.
She stole the show at the event.
The word "roubou" here is figuratively applied to express deep affection or emotional capture.