This is the 24th most frequent Portuguese word.
são
"São" means "are" (3rd person plural of "ser"), "saint" (masculine), or "healthy," depending on context.
In this sentence, 'são' is the third-person plural present indicative form of the verb 'ser', used to indicate identity or description.
Estas são as flores mais bonitas do jardim.
These are the most beautiful flowers in the garden.
In this example, 'são' describes a continuous state or quality of the subject in relation to a cultural event.
As festas são animadas durante o carnaval.
The parties are lively during carnival.
Here, 'são' again is the third-person plural present indicative form of 'ser', utilized to define a state or a relationship.