Unraveling Portugal'S 2025 Google Trends: From Turbosexuals To Flotillas

  • By Imani
  • Jan. 1, 2026, 10:05 a.m.

Google's Spotlight on Portugal: A Year of Unconventional Searches

As 2025 wraps up, Google's data reveals some surprising trends in Portugal's search habits. Among these are a blend of political intrigue, health concerns, and peculiar new concepts that captured the nation's curiosity. From 'turbosexual' to flotillas, reborn babies, and even culinary wonders, the Portuguese were clearly broadening their horizons.

Leading the "What is...?" searches was an unexpected term: 'turbosexual.' This peculiar word, which doesn't officially exist in any dictionary, found its way into the spotlight after actor Diogo Infante's son jokingly included it in his Instagram bio. The concept, describing an insatiable sexual appetite transcending traditional boundaries, quickly became a national topic of intrigue.

Flotillas and Reborn Babies: The Year's Humanitarian and Viral Highlights

Next on the list, 'flotilla' drew attention due to significant humanitarian efforts. In June, activist Greta Thunberg led a maritime mission, followed by another in August with 40 vessels and a troop of volunteers, including notable Portuguese personalities. The meaning of 'flotilla' – a group of small ships – became a subject of widespread interest.

Meanwhile, reborn babies, hyper-realistic dolls featured in viral Brazilian videos, piqued curiosity in Portugal. These lifelike dolls, part of a burgeoning art and collectible trend, have started to gain a following among Portuguese collectors.

Health Crises, Political Unrest, and Culinary Craze: A Year of Diverse Curiosity

Health issues like aspiration pneumonia and pubalgia also grabbed the Portuguese's attention. The former, after an actor's illness, and the latter due to its prevalence among football stars, including Lamine Yamal and others. On the political front, the year's parliamentary turmoil fueled searches about motions of censure and confidence.

“How does OnlyFans work?” became a top search following a mention by PSD deputy Gonçalo Capitão.

The culinary world wasn't left out, with viral recipes such as 'Dubai chocolate' and 'love strawberries' captivating food enthusiasts. These delights, shared widely by influencers, reflect Portugal's expanding global palate.

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Imani follows the money: payouts, contracts, lawsuits, and platform enforcement. With a background in entertainment PR and paralegal work, she breaks complex stories into plain-English playbooks for creators. Her series Follow the Money connects drama to data - who benefits, who pays, and what to do next. Calm, sourced, and courtroom-ready; DTLA is her second office.