limão

This is the 11123rd most frequent Portuguese word.


limão

Lemon.


The word 'limão' here refers to the fruit (lemon) and is used to describe the main ingredient of the juice.

Eu gosto de beber suco de limão.

I like to drink lemon juice.


In this context, 'limão' refers generically to the ingredient used in cooking.

O limão é muito usado na culinária brasileira.

Lemon is widely used in Brazilian cuisine.


Here, 'limão' is part of the recipe for the drink, highlighting its use as a primary flavoring component.

A limonada é feita com água, açúcar e limão espremido.

Lemonade is made with water, sugar, and squeezed lemon.