This is the 1595th most frequent Portuguese word.
tensão
"Tensão" means "tension" or "strain."
Here, 'tensão' refers to electrical voltage, a technical term used in physics and engineering.
A tensão elétrica nesta área é muito alta.
The electrical tension in this area is very high.
In this context, 'tensão' indicates psychological or emotional strain or pressure between people in a setting.
Senti uma tensão no ar durante a reunião.
I felt a tension in the air during the meeting.
Here, 'tensão' describes the suspense or ongoing anticipation in a narrative or film scenario.