sprinkle randomly

[ˈsprɪŋkəl ˈrændəmli]
verb phrase
polvilhar aleatoriamente
1. to scatter or distribute something in small drops or particles in an unpredictable or haphazard manner
Sprinkle randomly the cinnamon over the dessert for a rustic appearance.
Polvilhe aleatoriamente a canela sobre a sobremesa para uma aparência rústica.
2. to distribute items or elements without a specific pattern or system
The designer decided to sprinkle randomly colorful tiles throughout the floor.
O designer decidiu polvilhar aleatoriamente azulejos coloridos por todo o piso.
In Brazilian culinary contexts, 'polvilhar aleatoriamente' is frequently used in cooking instructions, particularly when seasoning or garnishing dishes. The phrase reflects a more casual, artistic approach to food preparation common in contemporary Brazilian and American cooking shows and recipes.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
scatter randomlydistribute haphazardlystrew aboutdust randomlyspread unevenly
Antonyms / Antônimos
arrange systematicallyorganize methodicallydistribute evenlyplace deliberately

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
polvilhar aleatoriamente
most common and standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
polvilhar na chuva
colloquial variation meaning to scatter carelessly
São Paulo
espalhar aleatoriamente
alternative using 'espalhar' instead of 'polvilhar'
Portugal
polvilhar ao acaso
Portuguese variant using 'ao acaso' for 'randomly'

Related Words

sprinklescatterdistributedisperserandomlyhaphazardlysporadically

Related Idioms & Phrases

sprinkle a little magic
sprinkle some fairy dust
sprinkle throughout
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