This is the 1524th most frequent Portuguese word.
extra
"Extra" in Portuguese means "something additional or beyond the usual".
Here, 'extra' is used as an adjective to describe 'esforço' (effort), meaning additional or surpassing the usual extent.
Ela fez um esforço extra para ajudar.
She made an extra effort to help.
In this sentence, 'extra' serves as an adjective modifying 'dinheiro' (money), indicating a reserve or surplus prepared for potential use.
Levei dinheiro extra para emergências.
I brought extra money for emergencies.
'Extra' is used as an adjective to characterize 'trabalho' (work), signifying additional tasks or efforts undertaken beyond the regular scope.