This is the 1962nd most frequent Portuguese word.
star
The Portuguese word "estar" means "to be" (temporary state or location).
The word 'estrela' (star) is used metaphorically to denote prominence or fame in the acting or movie industry.
Ele sonha em ser uma estrela no cinema.
He dreams of being a star in cinema.
The word 'estrelas' (stars) directly refers to celestial bodies visible in the night sky.
Olhar as estrelas no céu é muito relaxante.
Looking at the stars in the sky is very relaxing.
Here, 'estrela' (star) signifies the geometric shape commonly associated with stars in artistic representations.