Ingrediente (en. Ingredient)
/in.gre.'dien.te/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Each of the elements that are combined to make a dish.
Sugar is an essential ingredient in baking.
El azúcar es un ingrediente esencial en la repostería.
Components of a composition, whether culinary or otherwise.
The ingredients of a good sauce include tomatoes and spices.
Los ingredientes de una buena salsa incluyen tomates y especias.
Aspects or elements necessary for the development of an activity.
Cooperation is a key ingredient for the success of the project.
La cooperación es un ingrediente clave para el éxito del proyecto.
Etymology
From Latin 'ingrediente' which means 'that enters or is added'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
secret ingredient
Special element that enhances or makes a dish unique.
ingrediente secreto
natural ingredient
Product that comes directly from nature.
ingrediente natural
basic ingredient
Essential element that cannot be missing in a recipe.
ingrediente básico
Related Words
recipe
Instructions for preparing a dish using ingredients.
receta
kitchen
Place where food is prepared using ingredients.
cocina
mix
Combination of different ingredients to obtain a new product.
mezcla
Slang Meanings
Food or key element that is needed.
That dish doesn't taste the same without the special ingredient.
Ese platillo no sabe igual sin el ingrediente especial.
Focus on the things that help make something better.
Creativity is the secret ingredient of their style.
La creatividad es el ingrediente secreto de su estilo.