This is the 12333rd most frequent Portuguese word.
semáforos
Traffic lights.
Here, 'semáforos' refers to traffic control devices using signaling lights at an intersection.
Os semáforos estão funcionando corretamente na avenida principal.
The traffic lights are working correctly on the main avenue.
In this usage, 'semáforos' still denotes the traffic lights, emphasizing their operational status.
Ontem à noite, os semáforos estavam com as luzes apagadas devido a um problema técnico.
Last night, the traffic lights had their lights out due to a technical issue.
'Semáforos' in this context highlights their infrastructure and the planning of their upkeep.