This is the 6143rd most frequent Portuguese word.
chilli
"Chilli" in Portuguese refers to a spicy pepper or the dish made with it.
Here, 'chilli' refers to the culinary spice added to food to enhance its flavor and heat.
Eu adicionei chilli à receita para deixá-la mais picante.
I added chilli to the recipe to make it spicier.
In this context, 'chilli' refers specifically to the plant or fruit known for its spicy taste.
Ele cultivou uma planta de chilli no jardim este ano.
He cultivated a chilli plant in the garden this year.
Here, 'chilli' describes the flavor base of a type of sauce made using the spicy pepper.