Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

papinha

Noun
pah-PEE-nyah
Definition
A soft, often creamy food made for infants, usually composed of fruit or vegetable purees.
Examples
  • Ela deu papinha para o bebê durante o almoço. (She gave baby food to the baby during lunch.)
  • Se você adicionar um pouco de água, a papinha fica mais fácil de comer. (If you add a little water, the baby food becomes easier to eat.)
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘papinha’ refers to a type of porridgy food that is suitable for babies and young children, intended to be easy to digest.
Synonyms
  • comida para bebês
  • pap (porridge)