mimosa
/miˈmɔ.zɐ/
The Portuguese word for the cocktail mimosa is mimosa.
The term mimosa refers to the cocktail. It can also be translated as acácia-mimosa when referring to the mimosa plant.
Meaning: cocktail (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
As a feminine noun, mimosa is preceded by the feminine definite article a (e.g., a mimosa). The plural form is created by adding -s to both the article and the noun, resulting in as mimosas.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has three syllables and the stress is on the second syllable: /miˈmɔ.zɐ/.
Did you know?
- The word mimosa comes from the verb mimar, which means 'to pamper' or 'to spoil'. This is why the plant is named for its sensitive, 'touchy' nature and the person is called 'pampered'.
- In Brazil, calling someone mimosa can be a sharp criticism of their behavior, implying they are being 'whiny' or 'spoiled' rather than sweet.
- The word mimosa can be used to describe a child who is acting fussy or clingy to get attention.
Examples in context
- A linda árvore de mimosa embeleza nosso jardim com suas flores amarelas vibrantes.The beautiful mimosa tree adorns our garden with its vibrant yellow flowers.
- Eu vou pedir uma mimosa.I am going to order a mimosa.
- A mimosa está muito gelada.The mimosa is very cold.
- Você prefere mimosa ou suco de laranja?Do you prefer a mimosa or orange juice?
Example conversation
Felipe and Beatriz are at a brunch restaurant.
- FelipeBeatriz, o que você vai pedir?Beatriz, what are you going to order?
- BeatrizEu vou pedir uma mimosa bem gelada.I'm going to order a very cold mimosa.
- FelipeParece ótimo, eu vou pedir a mesma coisa.That sounds great, I'll order the same thing.
- BeatrizPerfeito, vamos chamar o garçom agora.Perfect, let's call the waiter now.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry mimosa, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
