General:
* Alcatraz: A notorious island prison in San Francisco Bay, named after the Portuguese word "alcatraz" meaning "pelican".
* Brava: Meaning "brave" or "bold," used in English to express admiration for someone's courage.
* Coquette: A woman who flirts or behaves in a way that suggests she is trying to attract attention.
* Feijoada: A traditional Brazilian dish made with beans, meat, and other ingredients.
* Marimba: A musical instrument with wooden bars and resonators, originating in Africa but popularized in Central America and Latin America, with the word "marimba" coming from the Bantu language, possibly influenced by Portuguese.
* Samba: A Brazilian dance and musical genre.
Food and Drink:
* Bica: A strong, short espresso, especially in Portugal.
* Biscoito: A cookie or biscuit, often used in specific types of biscuits like "biscoito de polvilho" (tapioca biscuits).
* Cafés: Portuguese cafes (often called "cafés" in English) are often associated with a specific style of coffee and atmosphere.
* Fado: A type of Portuguese folk music, often associated with melancholy and longing.
* Jaca: A large tropical fruit.
* Jerky: Dried meat, originating from the Quechua word "ch'arki" but popularized in English by Portuguese settlers in the Americas.
* Pão de Queijo: A traditional Brazilian cheese bread.
* Pastel de Nata: A Portuguese custard tart.
Other:
* Boa noite: Meaning "good night," often used in English to add a touch of formality or to express a friendly farewell.
* Obrigado/Obrigada: "Thank you" (masculine/feminine), used occasionally in English for a more personal touch.
* Saudade: A Portuguese word expressing a deep emotional state of nostalgic or profound melancholic longing for an absent something or someone that one loves. While "saudade" itself isn't commonly used in English, the concept it represents is gaining recognition.
It's worth noting that the pronunciation of some of these words might differ slightly in English compared to Portuguese.
Keep in mind that this is not an exhaustive list. There are other Portuguese words that might be used in English, depending on context and region.