How to Say ‘Kale soup’ in Portuguese
O caldo verde
oo KAHL-doo VEHR-deh
[oo KAHL-doo VEHR-deh]
🇵🇹 In Portugal: Caldo verde is a kale and potato soup, usually served with a slice of chouriço "smoked sausage". It is a staple at festivals and late-night parties.
Phrase Breakdown
O
[oo]
the (masculine singular)
Article used before a masculine singular noun; often unstressed in speech.
O bilhete é mais barato se comprares com antecedência.
The ticket is cheaper if you buy in advance.
caldo
[KAHL-doo]
broth
Masculine noun for a broth or thin soup.
O caldo de galinha é bom.
Chicken broth is good.
verde
[VEHR-deh]
green
Colour word; in the metro, green usually means the validation was accepted/you can pass.
Se ficar verde, podes avançar.
If it turns green, you can go ahead.
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