copa

copa

The Portuguese word "copa" can mean "cup" (as in trophy or tournament), "canopy" (top of trees), or a small pantry/kitchen area, depending on context.

Here, 'Copa' is used as part of the expression 'Copa do Mundo,' referring to the World Cup, a global football/soccer tournament.

Eu assisti aos jogos da Copa do Mundo com minha família.

I watched the World Cup games with my family.

In this sentence, 'copa' refers to the canopy or crown of a tree, meaning the upper part consisting of branches and leaves.

Na copa da árvore, havia um ninho de pássaros.

In the tree's crown, there was a bird's nest.

Here, 'copa' is mistakenly used where 'xícara' (cup) or 'copo' (glass) would be more appropriate, showing how context affects meaning.

Ele colocou chá quente na copa e a trouxe para mim.

He poured hot tea into the cup and brought it to me.