condimentos

[kõ.di.ˈmẽ.tus]
nounmasculinepl: condimentos
seasonings, condiments, spices
1. Ingredients added to food to enhance flavor, such as salt, pepper, herbs, and spices
The chef used a variety of condiments to season the dish.
O chefe usou uma variedade de condimentos para temperar o prato.
2. Prepared sauces or relishes served alongside food
Please pass the condiments for the hot dog.
Por favor, passe os condimentos para o cachorro-quente.
3. Any substance used to flavor or preserve food
Common condiments include mustard, ketchup, and mayonnaise.
Condimentos comuns incluem mostarda, ketchup e maionese.
In Brazilian cuisine, condimentos play a crucial role in flavoring dishes. Common condimentos include garlic (alho), cilantro (coentro), lime (limão), and various peppers (pimentas). Brazilian cooking traditionally emphasizes fresh seasonings and bold flavors. In the USA, condiments like ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise are typically placed on the table for diners to self-serve, reflecting a different dining culture.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
temperosespeciariasaromatizantesingredientes

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
condimentos
Standard term used across Brazil for seasonings and condiments
Rio de Janeiro
condimentos
Same usage as general Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
condimentos
Same usage as general Brazilian Portuguese; also commonly used in culinary contexts
Portugal
temperos
Portuguese usage often prefers 'temperos' or 'especiarias' over 'condimentos'

Related Words

temperarsaboringredienteespeciariamolho

Related Idioms & Phrases

adicionar condimentos à vida
vida sem condimentos
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