This is the 1275th most frequent Portuguese word.
espírito
"Espírito" means "spirit" or "soul."
In this sentence, 'espírito' is used to describe the general feeling, mood, or attitude of the group, highlighting its psychological or emotional state.
O espírito do grupo era de cooperação e amizade.
The spirit of the group was one of cooperation and friendship.
Here, 'espírito' is used in a metaphysical sense, referring to the non-physical essence or soul of a person.
Ela acredita que cada pessoa tem um espírito que continua após a morte.
She believes that each person has a spirit that continues after death.
In this example, 'espírito' conveys the motivation or enthusiasm for undertaking adventurous activities.