1. A preliminary or temporary count of votes, items, or results that is subject to verification or change
The provisional count showed the candidate ahead by 500 votes.
A contagem provisória mostrou o candidato na frente por 500 votos.
2. An initial tally made before final verification or official confirmation
According to the provisional count, 85% of ballots have been counted.
De acordo com a contagem provisória, 85% das cédulas foram contadas.