This is the 12399th most frequent Portuguese word.
smash
The Portuguese word "smash" does not exist; it is an English word meaning "to break or crush forcefully."
Here, 'smash' refers to a cooking technique where the meat, typically ground beef, is smashed flat on a hot griddle to cook evenly and achieve a crust.
Ele adaptou a receita para fazer um hambúrguer com o método smash.
He adapted the recipe to make a burger with the smash method.
In this context, 'smash' denotes a forceful or skillful hit of the ball, commonly used in sports like tennis or volleyball.
Durante o jogo, o jogador conseguiu um smash impressionante com a bola.
During the match, the player delivered an impressive smash with the ball.
Here, 'smash' is used to describe the sound or effect of an object breaking or shattering upon impact.