Zest - translation, pronunciation and examples
zest
to scrape off the thin, fragrant outer layer of citrus peel
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When to use zest
Она аккуратно сняла цедру с апельсина.
Снимите цедру с лимона, чтобы добавить свежий вкус.
zest usage examples
Она аккуратно сняла цедру с апельсина.
She carefully zested the orange peel.
Снимите цедру с лимона, чтобы добавить свежий вкус.
Zest a lemon to add a fresh flavor.
Similar words
To remove or grate only the thin, aromatic outer layer of citrus peel (the coloured zest), not the bitter white pith.
To remove the outer skin or rind of a fruit or vegetable; a broader action that can include removing the entire peel (including pith in citrus), not specifically the aromatic outer layer.
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zest belongs to the topic "Cooking Verbs". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
zest synonyms
What's the difference between zest / peel
To remove or grate only the thin, aromatic outer layer of citrus peel (the coloured zest), not the bitter white pith.
Zest a lemon over the salad for extra flavour.
Натрите цедру лимона на салат для дополнительного аромата.
To remove the outer skin or rind of a fruit or vegetable; a broader action that can include removing the entire peel (including pith in citrus), not specifically the aromatic outer layer.
Peel the orange, then segment it for the salad.
Сними кожуру с апельсина, затем раздели его на дольки для салата.
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How to pronounce zest and what this word means
zest translation: снять или натереть цедру. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce zest
/ˈzest/
zest translation
снять или натереть цедру
zest examples
She carefully zested the orange peel.
zest transcription
/ˈzest/, /ˈzɛst/
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Questions about this word
zest meaning: what does it mean?
to scrape off the thin, fragrant outer layer of citrus peel
zest pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
zest is pronounced as /ˈzest/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
zest definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
She carefully zested the orange peel. Translation: Она аккуратно сняла цедру с апельсина.
Is zest part of Cooking Verbs vocabulary?
Yes, zest (снять или натереть цедру) can be learned in the Cooking Verbs topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is zest part of Food vocabulary?
Yes, zest (снять или натереть цедру) can be learned in the Food topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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