This is the 2993rd most frequent Portuguese word.
somente
"Somente" means "only" or "just" in English.
Here, 'somente' restricts the desire to just one piece of cake.
Eu quero somente um pedaço de bolo.
I only want one piece of cake.
In this sentence, 'somente' excludes everyone besides the speaker's parents from attending.
Nós fomos convidados, mas somente os meus pais compareceram.
We were invited, but only my parents attended.
'Somente' specifies the limited time frame during which the offer is valid.