* The Portuguese language: This is the official language of Portugal and several other countries, including Brazil, Angola, and Mozambique.
* The people of Portugal: "Portuguese" can refer to the citizens of Portugal.
* Something related to Portugal: You might hear "Portuguese" referring to things like Portuguese food, Portuguese music, or Portuguese culture.
To understand what "Portuguese" means in a particular context, you need to look at the surrounding words and phrases. For example:
* "He speaks Portuguese." (This refers to the language)
* "The Portuguese are known for their hospitality." (This refers to the people)
* "I love Portuguese food." (This refers to the cuisine)
Do you have a specific example of where you saw or heard "Portuguese" used? I can help you understand its meaning in that context.