This is the 1125th most frequent Portuguese word.
silêncio
Silêncio: Silence; the absence of sound or noise.
Here, 'silêncio' refers to the absence of sound, used in a calming and contemplative context.
O silêncio durante a meditação ajuda a acalmar a mente.
The silence during meditation helps calm the mind.
In this sentence, 'silêncio' indicates a request for quietness in an environment to facilitate communication.
Ela pediu silêncio na sala de aula para começar a explicação.
She asked for silence in the classroom to start the explanation.
Here, 'silêncio' conveys a lack of immediate response or sound, often indicating contemplation or uncertainty.