How to Say ‘A latte’ in Portuguese
Um galão
oom gah-LOWN
[oom gah-LOWN]
🇵🇹 In Portugal: In Portugal, [um galão] is a local café word, not just a direct equivalent of [latte]. If you ask for [latte], many places will understand, but [galão] sounds more local.
Phrase Breakdown
Um
[oom]
a / one
Masculine singular article used with the drink name.
Um galão costuma vir num copo alto.
A galão usually comes in a tall glass.
galão
[gah-LOWN]
milky coffee
A Portuguese coffee drink with lots of milk, somewhat similar to a latte.
Um galão é bom para quem quer algo suave.
A galão is good for someone who wants something mild.
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