poach
припускать
cook gently in liquid
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poach with Russian translation
poach usage examples
I like to poach eggs in simmering water for breakfast because the yolks stay soft.
Я люблю припускать яйца в едва кипящей воде на завтрак, потому что желтки остаются мягкими.
To keep the salmon tender, poach it gently in a broth with lemon and herbs.
Чтобы лосось был нежным, припускайте его аккуратно в бульоне с лимоном и травами.
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poach belongs to the topic "Cooking Verbs". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
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Точное соответствие: готовить нежно в жидкости ниже точки кипения (часто для яиц, рыбы), без сильного кипения.
She poached the eggs in simmering water for three minutes.
Близко по значению, но подразумевает поддерживание лёгкого кипения (едва заметные пузыри) и обычно более длительную готовку, подходит для соусов и рагу.
Let the stew simmer gently for two hours.
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What does poach mean?
cook gently in liquid
How do you pronounce poach?
poach is pronounced as /pəʊtʃ/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
How is poach used in a sentence?
I like to poach eggs in simmering water for breakfast because the yolks stay soft. Translation: Я люблю припускать яйца в едва кипящей воде на завтрак, потому что желтки остаются мягкими.
Is poach part of Cooking Verbs vocabulary?
Yes, poach (припускать) can be learned in the Cooking Verbs topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is poach part of Food vocabulary?
Yes, poach (припускать) can be learned in the Food topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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