This is the 553rd most frequent Portuguese word.
pista
The Portuguese word "pista" means "track," "clue," or "runway" in English, depending on the context.
Here, 'pista' refers to a physical track designed for running competitions.
A corrida aconteceu numa pista de atletismo.
The race took place on a running track.
In this usage, 'pista' means a clue or piece of evidence, often used in detective or investigative contexts.
A polícia encontrou uma pista importante no caso.
The police found an important clue in the case.
In this sentence, 'pista' denotes a dance floor, a place designated for dancing.