This is the 1352nd most frequent Portuguese word.
felicidade
Happiness; a state of joy or contentment.
Here, 'felicidade' refers to a general emotional state of joy and contentment, used as a noun to represent an abstract concept.
A felicidade é o objetivo de muitos na vida.
Happiness is the goal of many in life.
In this context, 'felicidade' refers to a specific personal feeling of joy, derived from a moment or event.
Ela expressou sua felicidade ao receber boas notícias.
She expressed her happiness upon receiving good news.
Here, 'felicidade' is used to wish ongoing joy and contentment, implying an enduring state related to life's experiences.