doce

This is the 2868th most frequent Portuguese word.


doce

Sweet; candy; dessert.


Here, 'doce' is used as a noun to refer to a sugary confection or treat.

Eu comprei um doce na padaria.

I bought a sweet at the bakery.


In this sentence, 'doce' acts as an adjective to describe the taste of the fruit being sugary or pleasant.

Essa fruta é tão doce e saborosa.

This fruit is so sweet and flavorful.


Here, 'doce' serves as an adjective to portray a figurative sense of sweetness, indicating a pleasant or endearing quality.

O bebê tem um sorriso muito doce.

The baby has a very sweet smile.