14 | Food

Today you will learn 5 new English words related to "Food"

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SEWT Team
July 09, 2024

Food

For you as an ESL learner, “food” isn't just about satisfying your hunger – it's a gateway to mastering English! Ordering food at restaurants or talking about recipes requires everyday English skills that you'll use constantly. So, are you ready dig into the delicious world of food with today’s vocabulary? Let’s jump right in!

In today’s lesson, you’re going to have:

  • 5 advanced English vocabulary words about food.

  • 15 examples of phrases that you can use on a daily basis.

  • Eye-catching images will help you learn and retain the vocabulary.

5 VOCABULARY WORDS

1. Savory

Adjective

📚 DEFINITION

Having a salty or meaty flavor, not sweet.

📄 Example Sentences:

  1. I prefer savory dishes like pasta and pizza over sweet desserts.

  2. This soup has a rich and savory flavor from the addition of bacon.

  3. She baked a savory pie filled with vegetables and cheese.

2. Bland

Adjective

📚 DEFINITION

Lacking in taste or flavor.

📄 Example Sentences:

  1. The chicken was a bit bland, so I added some salt and pepper.

  2. I found the movie plot to be rather bland and predictable.

  3. Be careful not to overcook the vegetables, or they will become bland and mushy.

3. Zesty

Adjective

📚 DEFINITION

Having a strong, pleasant flavor, often citrusy or spicy.

📄 Example Sentences:

  1. I love the zesty flavor of lime juice in my tacos.

  2. This salsa has a nice zesty kick from the jalapeños.

  3. The zesty lemon dressing added a bright flavor to the salad.

4. Creamy

Adjective

📚 DEFINITION

Having a smooth, rich texture, often due to the presence of cream.

📄 Example Sentences:

  1. This creamy tomato soup is perfect for a cold winter day.

  2. I love to have a creamy latte for breakfast.

  3. The mashed potatoes were light and fluffy with a creamy texture.

5. Crumble

Verb

📚 DEFINITION

To break something into small, dry pieces.

📄 Example Sentences:

  1. She crumbled the cookies into the top of the ice cream sundae.

  2. The old building began to crumble after years of neglect.

  3. You can crumble feta cheese over a salad for a salty flavor.

A PARAGRAPH USING THE 5 VOCABULARY WORDS

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Deciding what to whip up for dinner can be a fun adventure! Sometimes I crave a comforting, hearty meal. In those moments, a creamy mushroom risotto with its rich, savory flavor hits the spot. Other evenings call for something lighter. A fresh salad with a zesty lemon vinaigrette with crumbled feta is a perfect option. But there are also nights when nothing sounds appealing. On those occasions, I realize I need to break out of my bland routine and explore new flavor combinations. Perhaps a trip to the ethnic grocery store for some exotic ingredients is just what I need for some culinary inspiration!

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