This is the 8095th most frequent Portuguese word.
silvio
"Silvio" is a given name in Portuguese, derived from the Latin "Silvius," meaning "wood" or "forest."
The word 'Silvio' in this sentence refers to a person's name, serving as the subject of the sentence.
Silvio é um ótimo professor.
Silvio is a great teacher.
Here, 'silvio' metaphorically represents a sigh, illustrating a figurative usage of the word to express relief.
Eu dei um silvio de alívio ao terminar a prova.
I gave a sigh of relief after finishing the exam.
In this case, 'Silvio' is again a proper noun, related to a specific individual, and functions as a direct object in the sentence.