die Zutat, -en
ingredient
Etwas, das man beim Kochen oder Backen verwendet, um ein Gericht herzustellen.
The German word "Zutat" is a noun that means "ingredient". It comes from the verb "zutaten" (now rare), but functionally relates to the noun "Satz" (set, putting together). The core part is "Tat" (act/deed), emphasizing something that is "added" or "put in."
Breakdown:
- Zutat = Addition or component added when preparing food.
Similar words:
- Zubehör (accessory, equipment)
- Bestandteil (component, part)
- Inhaltsstoff (constituent, ingredient)
Differences:
- Zutat specifically denotes edible or recipe-related components.
- Bestandteil is more general and can refer to any part of a whole.
- Inhaltsstoff often refers to chemical or product ingredients.
- Zubehör refers to accessories (usually non-essential parts).
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Examples
Die wichtigste Zutat für das Rezept fehlt.noun
The most important ingredient for the recipe is missing.
Eine Zutat fehlt noch in der Suppe.noun
One ingredient is still missing in the soup.
Eine Zutat wurde vergessen.noun
One ingredient was forgotten.
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