This is the 12858th most frequent Portuguese word.
vocal
"Vocal" in Portuguese means "related to the voice."
Here, "vocal" relates to the voice, specifically preparations for singing or speaking.
O cantor fez um aquecimento vocal antes da apresentação.
The singer did a vocal warm-up before the performance.
In this context, "vocal" is metaphorical and describes someone being outspoken or actively expressive regarding a cause.
Ela se destacou como uma defensora vocal dos direitos humanos.
She stood out as a vocal advocate for human rights.
Here, "vocais" (plural of "vocal") refers to the anatomical structures associated with voice production.