This is the 718th most frequent Spanish word.
puente
"Puente" means "bridge" in English.
This refers to a literal bridge as a physical structure.
El puente conecta las dos ciudades.
The bridge connects the two cities.
This usage refers to a 'puente' as a holiday when a day off creates a long weekend.
Tomamos el puente para ir de vacaciones.
We took the long weekend to go on vacation.
In this context, 'puente' metaphorically represents a connection or link.