What’s in a Coxinha? Learn Real Brazilian Portuguese Kitchen Words
Kitchen words are tied to real smells, textures, and tastes—making them some of the easiest and most exciting words to remember. And what better way to learn than by exploring one of Brazil’s favorite snacks: the coxinha!
Key Kitchen Words from a Coxinha Recipe
- Coxinha – A shredded chicken croquette
- Frango – Chicken
- Massa – Dough
- Farinha – Flour
- Recheio – Filling
- Fritar – To fry
- Óleo – Oil
- Panela – Pot
- Colher – Spoon
- Pronto! – Ready!
Activities to Learn Kitchen Words with Kids
Pretend Cooking Station
Use play kitchen tools or real utensils to pretend you’re making coxinhas. Say each item’s name aloud in Portuguese.
Coxinha Craft Time
Draw or sculpt a coxinha with labels like “massa,” “frango,” and “recheio.”
Step-by-Step Recipe Practice
Go through a simple coxinha recipe in Portuguese, using verbs like “fritar” or “misturar.”
Kitchen Item Scavenger Hunt
Find real items like “panela” or “colher” around your kitchen and name them together.
How Dinolingo Supports Real-World Vocabulary
Dinolingo introduces food, kitchen items, and verbs through songs, animated stories, and printable activities. Kids can learn cooking-related words like “frango” or “massa” in fun, interactive ways.
Use Dinolingo’s vocabulary flashcards to support hands-on kitchen play and storytelling.
Final Thoughts
Learning kitchen words in Brazilian Portuguese is deliciously effective—especially when tied to a snack like coxinha. With playful practice and the support of Dinolingo, your child can connect language with food, fun, and real-world meaning.
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