This is the 921st most frequent Portuguese word.
ferramenta
Tool.
Here, 'ferramenta' is used metaphorically to describe something that enables individuals to achieve goals or make changes, emphasizing its figurative utility.
A educação é uma ferramenta poderosa para mudar o mundo.
Education is a powerful tool to change the world.
In this example, 'ferramenta' indicates resources, in this case, technological ones, assisting in education or task facilitation.
As novas tecnologias oferecem ferramentas inovadoras para o aprendizado.
New technologies offer innovative tools for learning.
In this sentence, 'ferramenta' is used in its literal sense to refer to a physical tool used to perform tasks or repairs.