Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

salgado

Adjective

/salˈɡadu/

Definition

salgado is a Portuguese adjective that means ‘salty’. It can also refer to a type of food that is savory or has a salty flavor.

Examples

O peixe salgado é uma tradição em muitas culturas. (Salted fish is a tradition in many cultures.)
Eu gostei muito do salgado que você trouxe. (I really liked the savory snack you brought.)

Meaning

The term ‘salgado’ is commonly used in reference to dishes that are not sweet and are typically seasoned with salt. It can also describe anything that has a salty taste.