This is the 12888th most frequent Portuguese word.
zaga
"Zaga" refers to the defensive line or backline in sports, especially in soccer, responsible for preventing the opposing team from scoring.
Here, 'zaga' refers to the defensive line or players in a football (soccer) team.
A zaga do time foi essencial para evitar o gol do adversário.
The team's defense was crucial to prevent the opponent's goal.
In this context, 'zaga' metaphorically refers to a defensive position or role in a scenario.
Ele trabalha na zaga, defendendo o castelo contra os invasores.
He works in the defense, guarding the castle against invaders.
Here, 'zaga' is used figuratively to represent a defense against troubles or conflicts in a literary context.