This is the 4196th most frequent Portuguese word.
tiradentes
"Tiradentes" refers to a Brazilian historical figure, Joaquim José da Silva Xavier, a martyr and leader in the Inconfidência Mineira, a colonial independence movement. The term literally means "tooth-puller," as he worked as a dentist.
In this sentence, 'Tiradentes' is used as a proper noun, referring to the historical figure Joaquim José da Silva Xavier who is known as a martyr in Brazilian history.
Tiradentes foi um importante líder na Inconfidência Mineira.
Tiradentes was an important leader in the Inconfidência Mineira.
Here, 'Tiradentes' serves as a proper noun naming a place, specifically a square named after the historical figure mentioned previously.
A praça Tiradentes é um local de grande interesse turístico.
The Tiradentes square is a place of great tourist interest.
In this context, 'Tiradentes' refers to a national holiday in Brazil, commemorating the historical figure's legacy and sacrifice.