antiácido
/ˌɐ̃.t͡ʃiˈa.si.du/
The English phrase 'antacid' is antiácido in Portuguese.
antiácido is used as a noun to refer to an agent that reduces acidity. It can also function as an adjective to describe something that counteracts acidity.
Meaning: agent reducing acidity (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The word is composed of the prefix anti- (against) and ácido (acid).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Brazil, the colloquial term remédio para azia is commonly used.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
To form the plural, add an 's' to the end: antiácidos. When used as an adjective, the word changes its ending to a to agree with a feminine noun, such as solução antiácida (antacid solution).
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 5 syllables, with the stress on the 3rd syllable: /ˌɐ̃.tʃiˈa.si.du/.
Did you know?
- The Portuguese word ácido is used not only for chemistry but also to describe a sharp or biting tone of voice, similar to 'acidic' in English.
- In many Portuguese-speaking countries, a common household remedy for 'azia' involves natural substances like 'bicarbonato de sódio' (sodium bicarbonate).
- While 'antiácido' is the correct medical term, in a pharmacy in Brazil, you are more likely to be understood if you ask for 'algo para azia' (something for heartburn).
Examples in context
- Se a acidez continuar, tome um antiácido.If the heartburn continues, take an antacid.This sentence shows how to suggest taking an antiácido if heartburn persists.Tatoeba #1779033 by alexmarcelo, translation #2738943 by MethodGT
- Você tem um antiácido na bolsa?Do you have an antacid in your bag?
- O médico recomendou um antiácido para o estômago.The doctor recommended an antacid for the stomach.
Example conversation
Beatriz and Lucas are having dinner at a restaurant.
- BeatrizLucas, estou com um pouco de azia.Lucas, I have a little bit of heartburn.
- LucasVocê quer que eu compre um antiácido na farmácia?Do you want me to buy an antacid at the pharmacy?
- BeatrizSim, por favor, isso me ajudaria muito.Yes, please, that would help me a lot.
- LucasEu volto rápido para trazer para você.I will be back quickly to bring it to you.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “antacid” translations and entries antiácido, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
