temperar
to season / to marinate
Advanced Verb
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Pronunciation
/tẽ.pe.ˈɾaɾ/
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Cultural Note
Brazilian cooking is known for bold seasoning (tempero) — garlic, onion, and green herbs are the base of most dishes. The term 'tempero baiano' refers to a spice blend from Bahia used in moqueca and acarajé. Portuguese cooking tends toward simpler seasoning: olive oil, garlic, bay leaf, and parsley.
📝 Example Sentences
Tempere a carne com sal, pimenta e alho.
Season the meat with salt, pepper, and garlic.
Minha mãe tempera o frango um dia antes.
My mother marinates the chicken a day before.
Não se esqueça de temperar a salada.
Don't forget to dress the salad.