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Is the word letras the same in Brazilian and European Portuguese?

Yes

The word "letras" functions identically in both Brazilian and Continental Portuguese, maintaining the same meanings: characters of the alphabet, handwriting, or the lyrics of a song. The only differences are phonetic. In Brazilian Portuguese, the vowels tend to be more open and clearly articulated. In Continental Portuguese, unstressed vowels (like the "e" in letras) are often reduced or almost silent, creating a more "closed" sound.

Brazilian Portuguese Examples

  1. Eu não entendo a sua letra. (I can't understand your handwriting.)
  2. Qual é a letra dessa música? (What are the lyrics to that song?)
  3. Esta palavra tem muitas letras. (This word has many letters.)
  4. A letra desse cantor é muito bonita. (The handwriting of this singer is very beautiful.)
  5. Você sabe as letras de todas as músicas? (Do you know the lyrics to all the songs?)

Continental Portuguese Examples

  1. Não consigo perceber a tua letra. (I can't make out your handwriting.)
  2. Qual é a letra dessa canção? (What are the lyrics to that song?)
  3. Esta palavra tem muitas letras. (This word has many letters.)
  4. A letra desse cantor é muito bonita. (The handwriting of this singer is very beautiful.)
  5. Tu sabes as letras de todas as canções? (Do you know the lyrics to all the songs?)