This is the 12622nd most frequent Portuguese word.
torção
"Torção" in English means "twist" or "sprain."
Usage of 'torção' to describe a physical rotation or injury to a body part.
A torção no tornozelo doeu muito.
The twist in the ankle hurt a lot.
Usage of 'torção' to refer to a figurative change or unexpected turn in a narrative or concept.
Ele fez uma torção interessante no enredo da história.
He made an interesting twist in the storyline.
Usage of 'torção' to describe the action of twisting objects to achieve an effect, in this case, squeezing out water.