provar
to taste / to try
Advanced Verb
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Pronunciation
/pɾu.ˈvaɾ/
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Cultural Note
In Portuguese food culture, 'provar' captures the spirit of culinary exploration. Wine tastings are called 'provas de vinho,' and markets and festivals often invite you to 'prove antes de comprar' (taste before buying). The word also means 'to prove' in other contexts, but in food settings it is always about tasting and trying.
📝 Example Sentences
Você precisa provar a comida baiana.
You need to try Bahian food.
Prove a sopa antes de servir.
Taste the soup before serving.
Já provou pastel de nata em Lisboa?
Have you tried pastéis de nata in Lisbon?