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coquetel

[ko.ke.ˈtɛw]
nounmasculinepl: coquetéis
cocktail
1. An alcoholic beverage made by mixing spirits, wine, or other liquors with various ingredients such as fruit juices, syrups, or bitters
The bartender prepared a delicious cocktail for the customer.
O barman preparou um coquetel delicioso para o cliente.
2. A social gathering or reception, typically held in the early evening, where drinks and light refreshments are served
We attended a cocktail party last Saturday evening.
Assistimos a um coquetel no sábado à noite.
3. A mixture or combination of different things
The sauce is a cocktail of various spices and herbs.
O molho é um coquetel de vários temperos e ervas.
NYC Slang
cocktail / mixed drink
Synonyms
drinkbebidadrinque

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
coquetel
Standard term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
coquetel
Commonly used in upscale venues and social contexts
Rio de Janeiro
coquetel
Popular term in beach and entertainment settings
Portugal
coquetel
European Portuguese uses the same term, though 'bebida' may be preferred in casual contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

coquetel molotov (Molotov cocktail)
hora do coquetel (cocktail hour)
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