This is the 1597th most frequent Portuguese word.
teto
"Ceiling" or "roof."
Here, 'teto' refers to the physical construction of the building, specifically the ceiling.
O teto da sala está precisando de reparos por causa de infiltrações.
The ceiling of the room needs repairs due to leaks.
In this context, 'teto' is used metaphorically to mean a limit or cap for financial expenses.
Durante as reuniões, acabou-se estabelecendo um teto para os gastos do projeto.
During the meetings, a cap for the project expenses was established.
Here, 'teto' serves as a figurative expression for achieving a goal or higher-level success.