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

Yes.

The word "metas" is identical in meaning, spelling, and grammar in both Brazilian and Continental Portuguese. The only difference is pronunciation:

• Brazilian Portuguese: The vowels are generally more open, and the word is pronounced with a more melodic, syllable-timed rhythm.
• Continental Portuguese: The language features significant vowel reduction. Unstressed vowels, such as the "a" in "metas," are often pronounced very weakly or almost disappear, creating a more "staccato" or clipped sound.

Brazilian Portuguese Examples:

1. Precisamos bater as metas de vendas este mês. (We need to hit the sales targets this month.)
2. Minhas metas para o ano novo são claras. (My goals for the new year are clear.)
3. A empresa definiu novas metas de produção. (The company defined new production targets.)
4. É difícil alcançar todas as metas de estudo. (It is difficult to achieve all the study goals.)
5. Estamos focados em atingir as metas da equipe. (We are focused on reaching the team's targets.)

Continental Portuguese Examples:

1. Temos de atingir as metas de faturação este mês. (We have to reach the turnover targets this month.)
2. As minhas metas para o ano novo são claras. (My goals for the new year are clear.)
3. A empresa definiu novas metas de produção. (The company defined new production targets.)
4. É difícil cumprir todas as metas de estudo. (It is difficult to fulfill all the study goals.)
5. Estamos focados em atingir as metas da equipa. (We are focused on reaching the team's targets.)