This is the 796th most frequent Portuguese word.
golpe
"Golpe" in Portuguese means "blow," "strike," or "coup," depending on the context.
Here, 'golpe' signifies a physical strike or blow, often used in martial arts, sports, or combat contexts.
O golpe foi rápido, surpreendendo o adversário.
The strike was quick, surprising the opponent.
In this sentence, 'golpe' refers to a deceitful act or fraud aimed at tricking someone, often for financial or personal gain.
Ele caiu em um golpe e perdeu muito dinheiro.
He fell for a scam and lost a lot of money.
Here, 'golpe' is used to indicate a sudden and often illegal overthrow of a government, usually implemented by force or manipulation.