This is the 1319th most frequent Portuguese word.
coloca
"Coloca" means "puts" or "places."
The verb 'colocar' is used in its present tense third person singular form 'coloca' to mean 'places' as in arranging or positioning something, typically physically.
Ela coloca os livros na estante.
She places the books on the shelf.
Here, 'coloca' is used figuratively to mean 'brings up' or 'suggests', reflecting the action of presenting or introducing ideas in a discussion.
O professor sempre coloca boas ideias durante a aula.
The teacher always brings up good ideas during the class.
In this sentence, 'coloca' means 'add' in the context of including an ingredient or additive into something, showing a practical application.