This is the 2994th most frequent Portuguese word.
sorriso
Smile.
Here, 'sorriso' refers to a physical expression of joy or happiness, typically represented by a smile on one's face.
O sorriso dela iluminou o ambiente.
Her smile lit up the room.
In this sentence, 'sorriso' expresses an individual's reaction to receiving pleasing or positive information.
Ele abriu um sorriso ao ouvir a boa notícia.
He broke into a smile upon hearing the good news.
This use personifies 'sorriso' as a concept representing cheerful demeanor or optimism, emphasizing its figurative power.