This is the 8253rd most frequent Portuguese word.
terreiro
"Terreiro" in Portuguese means "yard" or "open ground," often used for outdoor spaces, agricultural areas, or ceremonial grounds.
Here, "terreiro" refers to an open area or yard usually next to a house, commonly found in rural settings.
Eu varri o terreiro para mantê-lo limpo.
I swept the yard to keep it clean.
In this example, "terreiro" again indicates a flat, open area often used for outdoor activities or maintenance in domestic ranging.
O terreiro estava cheio de folhas caídas do outono.
The yard was full of fallen autumn leaves.
Here, "terreiro" denotes a specific ceremonial yard or space, commonly used in Afro-Brazilian or indigenous cultural practices.