This is the 12615th most frequent Portuguese word.
torcer
"Torcer" means "to twist" or "to root (for)" depending on context.
In this sentence, 'torcer' means 'to cheer' or 'to root for' a team, indicating support and enthusiasm.
Eu gosto de torcer pelo meu time favorito.
I like to cheer for my favorite team.
Here, 'torcer' refers to the physical action of twisting an object, specifically the cloth, to expel water.
Ela teve que torcer o pano para sair toda a água.
She had to wring the cloth to remove all the water.
In this example, 'torcer' is used in the context of accidentally twisting or spraining a body part, leading to potential injury.