This is the 12602nd most frequent Portuguese word.
tocam
"Tocam" means "they play" or "they touch" in English.
In this sentence, 'tocam' is the third person plural form of the verb 'tocar,' meaning 'to play' in the context of playing a musical instrument or creating music.
Os músicos tocam uma linda melodia.
The musicians play a beautiful melody.
Here, 'tocam' also comes from 'tocar,' but it means 'to touch,' indicating physical contact.
As crianças tocam as flores no jardim com cuidado.
The children carefully touch the flowers in the garden.
Finally, 'tocam' in this context refers to 'to ring,' as in the sound made by bells.