ingredient
gb/ɪŋɡɹˈidiənt/ us/ɪŋɡɹˈidiənt/
A2
English
~ 3400
hozzávaló, összetevő, tényező
NOUN
A2
1
Usage pattern:
[an] ingredient in [a dish/product]
Flour is the main ingredient in most bread recipes.
A liszt a legtöbb kenyérrecept fő hozzávalója.
This cake has a secret ingredient that makes it taste special.
Ennek a süteménynek van egy titkos hozzávalója, amitől különleges az íze.
Always check the label for any ingredients you might be allergic to.
Fresh ingredients make a big difference in flavor.
The active ingredient in this medicine helps reduce pain.
Learner examples
Sugar is an ingredient in many cakes.
A cukor sok sütemény egyik hozzávalója.
Tomatoes are an ingredient in this soup.
A paradicsom ennek a levesnek az egyik hozzávalója.
The main ingredient in pizza is cheese.
I like to use fresh ingredients when I cook.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'ingredient' with 'spice' or 'seasoning', but an ingredient can be any component, not just flavoring agents.
Meaning
Component of a recipe
Collocations
main ingredient
|fresh ingredients
|secret ingredient
|active ingredient
|key ingredient
Synonyms
component (More general; can refer to parts of machines or systems, not only food.)
|
element (Can also mean an abstract part of something, not just physical substances.)
Antonyms
finished product (Refers to the completed item rather than its parts.)
Themes
cooking
|food
|daily life
|food_drink
|daily_life
Definition
A food or other thing that is mixed with others to make something.
A raw or prepared substance that is combined with others to make a particular dish, drink, or product.
NOUN
B1
2
tényező
B1
Usage pattern:
[an] ingredient for/in [a result/situation]
Trust is an essential ingredient in any successful relationship.
A bizalom minden sikeres kapcsolatban elengedhetetlen tényező.
Patience is a key ingredient for learning a new skill.
A türelem kulcsfontosságú tényező egy új készség elsajátításában.
Hard work and dedication are vital ingredients for success.
Innovation is one ingredient in the company's growth strategy.
Learner examples
Practice is an important ingredient for learning English.
A gyakorlás fontos tényező az angoltanulásban.
Good communication is an ingredient for a happy marriage.
A jó kommunikáció fontos tényező egy boldog házasságban.
Exercise is an ingredient for good health.
Common mistake:
Learners may think 'ingredient' only applies to cooking, but it can also mean an abstract factor in success or situations.
Meaning
Essential factor for an outcome
Collocations
essential ingredient
|key ingredient
|vital ingredient
Synonyms
factor (Broad term for something that contributes to a result; not limited to recipes.)
|
component (Can be physical or abstract; interchangeable in many contexts.)
Antonyms
irrelevance (Something that does not contribute to the outcome.)
Themes
business
|life skills
|success
|core_vocabulary
Definition
An important part that helps make something happen.
A quality, circumstance, or element that contributes to producing a particular result or situation.
Grammar
Dictionary form
ingredient
IPA
GB/ɪŋɡɹˈidiənt/
US/ɪŋɡɹˈidiənt/
Syllables & stress
in - gredi - ent (3 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (gredi)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: ingredient
- Plural: ingredients
Word family
Forms
ingredients
noun
Expressions
key ingredient
1/kˈi ɪŋɡɹˈidiənt/
fixed phrase
Most important part for success
The most important thing needed to make something work or be successful.
Examples
- Teamwork is the key ingredient in winning championships.
- Love and respect are key ingredients in a happy marriage.
secret ingredient
1/sˈikɹɪt ɪŋɡɹˈidiənt/
fixed phrase
Hidden special component
A special part of something that other people do not know about, which makes it better or different.
Examples
- Her kindness is the secret ingredient to her popularity.
- The chef's secret ingredient gives the soup its unique flavor.
active ingredient
1/ˈæktɪv ɪŋɡɹˈidiənt/
fixed phrase
technical
component that causes main effect
The part of a medicine or product that makes it work.
Examples
- The active ingredient in this tablet is paracetamol.
- The active ingredient in this cream reduces inflammation.
- You should check the label for the active ingredient.
- Always read the label to know the active ingredients in your medicine.