azeite
olive oil
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/a.ˈzej.tɨ/
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Cultural Note
Portugal is one of the world's largest olive oil producers, and azeite is the foundation of Portuguese cooking — used far more liberally than in most cuisines. When Portuguese say 'azeite,' they always mean olive oil; other oils are specified (óleo de girassol, etc.). In Brazil, olive oil is imported and more expensive, so cooking oil (óleo) is more commonly used.
📝 Example Sentences
Regue o bacalhau com bastante azeite.
Drizzle plenty of olive oil over the codfish.
O azeite português é dos melhores do mundo.
Portuguese olive oil is among the best in the world.
Tempere a salada com azeite e vinagre.
Dress the salad with olive oil and vinegar.