This is the 507th most frequent Portuguese word.
coração
"Heart" – the organ that pumps blood or symbol of love/emotion.
Here, 'coração' is used metaphorically to signify the center of one's feelings or emotions.
Fiquei emocionado com as palavras que tocaram meu coração.
I was touched by the words that reached my heart.
Here, 'coração' refers to the literal organ within the human body responsible for pumping blood.
O coração é um dos órgãos mais vitais do corpo humano.
The heart is one of the most vital organs in the human body.
In this sentence, 'coração' is used figuratively to represent someone's qualities or emotions, specifically the generosity of the friend.