This is the 741st most frequent Portuguese word.
esteja
"Esteja" is the present subjunctive form of the verb "estar," meaning "be" in English.
Here, 'esteja' is used in the subjunctive mood to show desire or hope for someone's condition.
Espero que você esteja bem.
I hope you are well.
This sentence utilizes 'esteja' in the subjunctive to imply a state of well-being linked with happiness or contentment.
Fico feliz que ela esteja se sentindo melhor.
I am glad that she is feeling better.
In this sentence, 'esteja' is used in the subjunctive to express a condition or wish related to the decision being well-founded.