Portuguese: Food & Culture Vocabulary
Brazilian and Portuguese food, cultural traditions, and dining expressions.
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What are 'arroz' and 'feijão'?
Rice and beans, the fundamental staple side dishes of almost every Brazilian meal.
What is 'carne'?
Meat. In Brazil, it is pronounced 'kar-nee'.
What is 'frutas'?
Fruits. Brazil is famous for its wide variety of tropical options.
How do you call a 'waiter' in Portuguese?
Garçom. In Portugal, you might also hear 'empregado de mesa'.
What is 'a conta'?
The bill or the check at a restaurant.
What is 'peixe'?
Fish. Pronounced 'pay-shee' in Brazilian Portuguese.
Describe the dish 'feijoada'.
A hearty black bean stew cooked with various cuts of pork and beef, considered Brazil's national dish.
What is 'pão de queijo'?
Brazilian cheese bread made with cassava flour (tapioca starch), resulting in a chewy texture.
What is a 'coxinha'?
A popular snack consisting of shredded chicken covered in dough, shaped like a drumstick, and deep-fried.
What is 'açaí'?
A dark purple Amazonian berry served as a frozen smoothie bowl, often topped with granola and banana.
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