Band-Aid
/bɐ̃ˈdej.d͡ʒi/
The English phrase "bandaid" is translated into Portuguese as Band-Aid.
In Portuguese, the term Band-Aid is used to refer to a small, adhesive strip used to cover and protect a minor cut or wound. While it is originally a brand name, it is often used colloquially to describe the object itself.
Which one should you use?
While Band-Aid is used in casual conversation, curativo is the standard term for a bandage or dressing.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
Band-Aid is an informal term used in casual speech. For a formal or neutral context, such as medical situations, use curativo.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation of Band-Aid is /bɐ̃ˈdej.dʒi/. It has three syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.
Did you know?
- While Band-Aid is common in Brazil, people in Portugal are much more likely to use the term penso or penso rápido to describe an adhesive strip.
- Unlike the English 'band-aid' which can be a verb meaning 'to provide a temporary fix', the Portuguese Band-Aid is strictly used as a noun for the object.
- The word curativo comes from the verb curar, which means 'to heal' or 'to cure'.
Examples in context
- Eu preciso de um Band-Aid para este corte.I need a Band-Aid for this cut.
- Você tem um Band-Aid para me dar?Do you have a Band-Aid to give me?
- Coloque um Band-Aid no seu dedo.Put a Band-Aid on your finger.
Example conversation
Beatriz accidentally cut her finger in the kitchen.
- RodrigoVocê se cortou, Beatriz?Did you cut yourself, Beatriz?
- BeatrizSim, eu preciso de um Band-Aid.Yes, I need a Band-Aid.
- RodrigoOs Band-Aids estão no armário.The Band-Aids are in the cabinet.
- BeatrizObrigada, Rodrigo.Thank you, Rodrigo.
Sources
- Pronunciation from the Wiktionary entry band-aid.
