This is the 692nd most frequent Portuguese word.
danos
"Damage" or "harm."
Here, 'danos' is used as a noun meaning 'damages' or 'destruction' caused by an event.
Os danos causados pela tempestade foram extensos.
The damages caused by the storm were extensive.
In this context, 'danos' refers to 'compensation for harm,' often in a legal setting such as 'moral damages.'
Durante o processo legal, os danos morais foram avaliados.
During the legal process, moral damages were assessed.
This usage of 'danos' highlights a general harm or impact to something specific, the environment in this case.