This is the 12562nd most frequent Portuguese word.
teme
"Teme" means "fears" in English.
Here, 'teme' is used to describe an emotional fear of the subject towards the object (the dark).
Ele teme o escuro.
He fears the dark.
In this sentence, 'teme' conveys concern or worry about uncertain outcomes related to the object (the future).
Eles sempre teme pelo futuro.
They always fear for the future.
Here, 'teme' highlights apprehension or anxiety due to the challenging nature of the object (the exam).