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pão doce

Meaning: Portuguese sweet bread

Pronunciation: pow DOH-see
food intermediate

Meaning

Portuguese sweet bread

Usage: Refers to Portuguese sweet bread. It's a popular treat. It's a food.

Examples

"Get pão doce from da bakery"

"Pão doce so ono, yeah?"

"I like buy some pão doce from da bakery."

Origin & Cultural Context

Origin: From Portuguese cuisine, reflecting the influence of Portuguese immigrants on Hawaiian food culture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "pão doce" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?

"pão doce" means "Portuguese sweet bread" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Refers to Portuguese sweet bread. It's a popular treat. It's a food..

How do you pronounce "pão doce"?

"pão doce" is pronounced "pow DOH-see". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!

How do you use "pão doce" in a sentence?

Example: "Get pão doce from da bakery"

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