ingredient
gb/ɪŋɡɹˈidiənt/ us/ɪŋɡɹˈidiənt/
A2
Inglês
~ 3400
Acepções
0 acepção
Substantivo
A2
entity
1
Component of a recipe
A food or other thing that is mixed with others to make something.
Padrão de uso:
[an] ingredient in [a dish/product]
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes confuse 'ingredient' with 'spice' or 'seasoning', but an ingredient can be any component, not just flavoring agents.
Sinônimos
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.)
Antônimos
finished product (Refers to the completed item rather than its parts.)
Colocações
main ingredient
|fresh ingredients
|secret ingredient
|active ingredient
|key ingredient
Temas
cooking
|food
|daily life
|food_drink
|daily_life
Exemplos
- Flour is the main ingredient in most bread recipes.
- This cake has a secret ingredient that makes it taste special.
- 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.
Exemplos para estudantes
- Sugar is an ingredient in many cakes.
- Tomatoes are an ingredient in this soup.
- The main ingredient in pizza is cheese.
- I like to use fresh ingredients when I cook.
Substantivo
B1
entity
2
Essential factor for an outcome
An important part that helps make something happen.
Padrão de uso:
[an] ingredient for/in [a result/situation]
Erro comum:
Learners may think 'ingredient' only applies to cooking, but it can also mean an abstract factor in success or situations.
Sinônimos
factor (Broad term for something that contributes to a result; not limited to recipes.)
|
component (Can be physical or abstract; interchangeable in many contexts.)
Antônimos
irrelevance (Something that does not contribute to the outcome.)
Colocações
essential ingredient
|key ingredient
|vital ingredient
Temas
business
|life skills
|success
|core_vocabulary
Exemplos
- Trust is an essential ingredient in any successful relationship.
- Patience is a key ingredient for learning a new skill.
- Hard work and dedication are vital ingredients for success.
- Innovation is one ingredient in the company's growth strategy.
Exemplos para estudantes
- Practice is an important ingredient for learning English.
- Good communication is an ingredient for a happy marriage.
- Exercise is an ingredient for good health.
Gramática
Forma no dicionário
ingredient
AFI
GB/ɪŋɡɹˈidiənt/
US/ɪŋɡɹˈidiənt/
Sílabas e tonicidade
in - gredi - ent (3 sílabas)
Stress on 2nd syllable (gredi)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: ingredient
- Plural: ingredients
Família de palavras
Forms
ingredients
noun
Expressões
key ingredient
1/kˈi ɪŋɡɹˈidiənt/
fixed phrase
Most important part for success
The most important thing needed to make something work or be successful.
Exemplos
- 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.
Exemplos
- 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.
Exemplos
- 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.