This is the 941st most frequent Portuguese word.
presos
"Presos" means "prisoners" or "detained" in English.
In this sentence, 'presos' refers to individuals who are confined or detained, typically in a prison.
Os prisioneiros foram considerados culpados e permanecerão presos.
The prisoners were found guilty and will remain imprisoned.
Here, 'presos' is used to describe something that is fastened or held securely in place.
Os parafusos devem estar bem presos na madeira.
The screws should be tightly secured in the wood.
In this context, 'presos' refers to being unable to move or being trapped in a situation.