This is the 1471st most frequent Portuguese word.
atende
"Atende" means "attends" or "answers" in English, depending on context.
In this sentence, 'atende' is used in the sense of providing service or assistance to others, like a doctor treating patients.
O médico atende os pacientes na clínica todas as manhãs.
The doctor attends to the patients at the clinic every morning.
In this instance, 'atende' is used metaphorically to express the idea of responding or being reachable, applied to a phone.
O telefone não atende porque está fora da área de cobertura.
The phone does not connect because it is out of coverage area.
Here, 'atende' means to fulfill or act upon requests or duties, emphasizing responsiveness and responsibility.