This is the 1273rd most frequent Portuguese word.
cabo
"Cabo" in Portuguese means "cape" (geographical feature), "end" or "cable," depending on the context.
In this sentence, 'cabo' refers to a physical cable or wire used to connect or charge devices.
O cabo do celular está quebrado.
The cable of the cellphone is broken.
Here, 'cabo' is used to denote a rank in the military hierarchy, specifically a corporal.
Ele é o cabo responsável pelo pelotão.
He is the corporal responsible for the troop.
In this context, 'cabo' is part of the idiomatic expression 'cabo de guerra,' referring to a contentious situation or conflict.