cordial

[ˈkɔːr.dʒəl]

adjective, nounN/A (adjective), masculine (noun)pl: N/A (adjective), cordiais (noun)

cordial

1. Warm and friendly in manner or behavior

They exchanged cordial greetings at the meeting.

Eles trocaram cumprimentos cordiais na reunião.

2. Relating to or situated in the heart

The doctor examined the cordial region.

O médico examinou a região cordial.

3. A sweet drink made from fruit concentrate (noun)

She served a refreshing cordial at the party.

Ela serviu um cordial refrescante na festa.

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General Brazilian Portuguese

cordial

Same usage as English; commonly used for beverages

Portugal

cordial

Used identically; xarope is more common for syrup-based drinks

São Paulo

suco concentrado

Alternative term for the beverage type

cordial relations

on cordial terms

cordial welcome

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