This is the 12833rd most frequent Portuguese word.
violoncelo
"Violoncelo" is Portuguese for "cello," a stringed musical instrument played with a bow.
Here, 'violoncelo' is used to refer to the musical instrument being played.
Ela toca violoncelo na orquestra.
She plays the cello in the orchestra.
In this sentence, 'violoncelo' denotes the specific instrument owned by the subject.
O violoncelo dele está afinado perfeitamente.
His cello is perfectly tuned.
The usage of 'violoncelo' here indicates the item purchased.