Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chaleira
noun
/ʃa.le.ˈi.ɾɐ/
Definition
A kettle, typically used for boiling water or making tea.
Examples
- She filled the chaleira with water and placed it on the stove.
- After a long day, he enjoyed a cup of tea brewed in his favorite chaleira.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘chaleira’ refers to a container used for heating water, often with a spout for pouring.
Synonyms
- teapot
- boiler