cachorro-quente
/kaˈʃo.ʁu ˈkẽ.t͡ʃi/masculine
The English phrase "hot dog" is translated into Portuguese as cachorro-quente. If unsure, use cachorro-quente. Wiktionary also lists hot dog and cachorro.
Meaning: frankfurter in a bun (noun)
Ways to say it
| Portuguese | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| cachorro-quente | /kaˈʃo.ʁu ˈkẽ.t͡ʃi/ (Brazil) /kaˈʃo.ʁu ˈkẽ.t͡ʃi/ (Rio de Janeiro) |
masculine |
| hot dog | /ˌʁɔ.t͡ʃiˈdɔ.ɡi/ (Brazil) | masculine |
| cachorro | /kaˈʃo.ʁu/ (Brazil) /kaˈʃo.ʁu/ (Rio de Janeiro) |
masculine |
The term refers to a frankfurter served in a bun.
What does it mean word for word?
The term cachorro-quente is a literal translation of "hot dog", where cachorro means "dog" and quente means "hot".
Which one should you use?
In casual conversation, people often use the shorthand cachorro to refer to the hot dog. This differs from the standard use of cachorro, which means a dog.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
The English loanword hot dog is frequently used in Brazil, particularly in fast-food environments and urban areas, providing an informal option.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Portugal, you may encounter the term sandes de salsicha to describe a hot dog.
How does it change in a sentence?
To express the plural, use cachorros-quentes.
How do you pronounce it?
/kaˈʃo.ʁu ˈkẽ.tʃi/. The word has 5 syllables and the stress is on the 2nd syllable.
Did you know?
- In many parts of Brazil, a 'hot dog' is far more complex than just a sausage in a bun, often including mashed potatoes, corn, and even crushed potato sticks.
- The word cachorro is believed to have evolved from the Latin word catulus, which refers to a young animal.
- In some Brazilian regions, you can order a 'hot dog' that is actually served as a soup or a heavy stew rather than a sandwich.
Examples in context
- Eu quero um cachorro-quente.I want a hot dog.This sentence shows how to express a desire for a cachorro-quente.Tatoeba #5630679 by bill, translation #2011336 by CK
- Meu almoço foi um cachorro quente.I ate a hot dog for lunch.This sentence demonstrates using the shorthand cachorro to refer to a hot dog.Tatoeba #8775841 by carlosalberto, translation #259448 by CK
- Ele comprou um cachorro-quente para ela.He bought a hot dog for her.This sentence illustrates someone buying a cachorro-quente for another person.Tatoeba #8797882 by Ricardo14, translation #8514201 by CH
- Sabe onde eu posso encontrar um bom cachorro-quente?Do you know where I can find a good hot dog?
- 5 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Mariana and Lucas are deciding what to eat for a snack.
- MarianaLucas, você quer comer um cachorro-quente?Lucas, do you want to eat a hot dog?
- LucasSim, eu estou com muita fome.Yes, I am very hungry.
- MarianaVou comprar um cachorro-quente para cada um.I will buy a hot dog for each of us.
- LucasObrigado, Mariana!Thank you, Mariana!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “hot dog” translations and entries cachorro-quente, hot dog, cachorro, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries cachorro, cachorro-quente, hot dog, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
