uva
/ˈu.vɐ/
uva is the Portuguese word for grape.
uva refers to a small, round fruit that grows in clusters on vines.
How does it change in a sentence?
uva is a feminine noun. To express the plural form, use uvas.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /ˈu.vɐ/. It consists of 2 syllables, with the stress on the 1st syllable.
Did you know?
- In Brazil, the phrase uva passa is the catalyst for a recurring social media war every December over whether raisins should be added to the traditional New Year's Eve meal.
- While uva means grape, the expression estar na uva is used in some regional slangs to describe something that is in excellent condition or high quality.
- While uva is the fruit, the phrase uva passa is used specifically for raisins, adding the word 'passa' to indicate they have 'passed' through a drying process.
Examples in context
- Eu adoro uva.I love grapes.
- Minha avó sempre me dá uvinhas fresquinhas.My grandma always gives me fresh little grapes.
- Eu gosto de uva.I like grapes.
- Esta uva está muito doce.This grape is very sweet.
- Eu gosto de suco de uva.I like grape juice.
Example conversation
Mariana and Lucas are sharing a snack in the kitchen.
- MarianaLucas, você quer uma uva?Lucas, do you want a grape?
- LucasSim, obrigado, Mariana.Yes, thank you, Mariana.
- MarianaEsta uva é a minha favorita.This grape is my favorite.
- LucasEla é realmente muito boa.It is really very good.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry uva, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
