No. 1,962 in Portuguese
star
The Portuguese word "estar" means "to be" (temporary state or location).
In a sentence
Ele sonha em ser uma estrela no cinema.
He dreams of being a star in cinema.
The word 'estrela' (star) is used metaphorically to denote prominence or fame in the acting or movie industry.
Olhar as estrelas no céu é muito relaxante.
Looking at the stars in the sky is very relaxing.
The word 'estrelas' (stars) directly refers to celestial bodies visible in the night sky.
A criança desenhou uma estrela no papel.
The child drew a star on the paper.
Here, 'estrela' (star) signifies the geometric shape commonly associated with stars in artistic representations.
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