This is the 1449th most frequent Portuguese word.
trump
In Portuguese, "trunfo" (trump) refers to an advantage, a winning card, or something that gives an edge in a situation.
Here, 'trunfo' refers to a strategic or advantageous element possessed by the politician.
O político tem um trunfo que pode mudar a situação.
The politician has a trump that can change the situation.
In this context, 'trunfo' signifies a decisive advantage or asset contributing to confidence.
O candidato estava confiante por possuir um trunfo decisivo.
The candidate was confident due to possessing a decisive trump.
Here, 'trunfo' means a winning card or advantage that was reserved for a critical moment.