Pronunciation: [salɡˈɑːdə͡ʊ] (IPA) 
Salgado is a seven letter word that is commonly used in the Spanish language. It roughly translates to "salty" in English. The IPA phonetic transcription for the word "salgado" is /salɡaðo/. The letter "s" is pronounced like "s" in "see." The "a" in "salgado" sounds like "a" in "father" and the letter "g" is pronounced like "g" in "get." The "d" is pronounced like "th" in "that" while the second "o" sounds like the "o" in "go."
Salgado is a noun that refers to a type of savory pastry or baked good commonly found in Portuguese and Brazilian cuisines. It is derived from the Portuguese word "salgado," which means salty, and is used to describe any type of savory snack, dish, or treat that has a savory or salty flavor profile.
In Portugal and Brazil, salgado can be used to describe a wide range of foods, including various types of pastries, breads, or dough-based snacks that are typically filled with ingredients such as cheese, ham, meat, or vegetables. These savory pastries are commonly enjoyed as appetizers, snacks, or light meals and are often served at cafes, bakeries, or as street food.
Popular varieties of salgados include empadas (small filled bread pockets), coxinhas (dough filled with shredded chicken and deep-fried), pastéis (deep-fried pastries with various fillings), and pão de queijo (cheese bread rolls). These snacks are known for their delicious combination of flavors, textures, and the saltiness that enhances their taste.
In addition to its culinary definition, salgado can also be used to describe anything that has a salty or savory taste. It can be used metaphorically to describe a strong or bold flavor in a dish, as well as to refer to a person's palate preference for savory foods.
The word "salgado" has its origins in the Portuguese and Spanish languages. It is derived from the Latin word "salgātus", which means "salted" or "preserved with salt". In both Portuguese and Spanish, "salgado" refers to something that has been salted or preserved, typically food items like salted fish or meat.
