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A1 Level Wordlist - Food and Ingredients

Here you will learn some basic English words for foods and ingredients, such as "meat", "fruit", and "cheese", prepared for A1 learners.

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CEFR A1 Vocabulary
food
food
[noun]

things that people and animals eat, such as meat or vegetables

Ex: He enjoyed trying new foods while traveling abroad. 
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meat
meat
[noun]

the flesh of animals and birds that we can eat as food

Ex: Grilled chicken breast is a lean and flavorful meat option for a healthy dinner. 
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fish
fish
[noun]

flesh from a fish that we use as food

Ex: He used white fish to make fish and vegetable stir-fry for a healthy dinner. 
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chicken
chicken
[noun]

the flesh of a chicken that we use as food

Ex: He grilled a juicy chicken breast for his dinner. 
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vegetable
vegetable
[noun]

a plant or a part of it that we can eat either raw or cooked

Ex: Fresh vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, and lettuce make a delicious salad. 
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cucumber
cucumber
[noun]

a long fruit that has thin green skin and is used a lot in salads

Ex: He discovered the soothing properties of cucumber slices on his tired eyes after a long day. 
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potato
potato
[noun]

a round vegetable that grows beneath the ground, has light brown skin, and is used cooked or fried

Ex: He used leftover mashed potatoes to make cheesy potato croquettes. 
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onion
onion
[noun]

a round vegetable with many layers and a strong smell and taste

Ex: I added chopped green onions to my Asian-inspired noodle dish. 
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tomato
tomato
[noun]

a soft and round fruit that is red and is used a lot in salads and many other foods

Ex: He made a tomato and avocado salad with a zesty lemon dressing. 
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carrot
carrot
[noun]

a long orange vegetable that grows beneath the ground and is eaten cooked or raw

Ex: He pretended the carrot was a microphone and sang a silly song in front of the mirror. 
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pepper
pepper
[noun]

a powder made from dried peppercorn that is added to food to make it spicy

Ex: As a chef, I always make sure to have freshly ground pepper on hand to elevate the flavors of my dishes. 
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fruit
fruit
[noun]

something we can eat that grows on trees, plants, or bushes

Ex: For a refreshing summer treat, try blending frozen fruit, like bananas and berries, into a creamy smoothie. 
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apple
apple
[noun]

a fruit that is round and has thin yellow, red, or green skin

Ex: Can you please pass me that shiny red apple? 
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orange
orange
[noun]

a fruit that is juicy and round and has thick skin

Ex: Orange slices make a healthy and tasty snack. 
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grape
grape
[noun]

a purple or green fruit that is round, small, and grows in bunches on a vine

Ex: A teaspoon of grape vinegar brightened up the tomato soup, giving it a pleasant tang. 
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banana
banana
[noun]

a soft fruit that is long and curved and has hard yellow skin

Ex: Bananas are my go-to ingredient for making a creamy and delicious smoothie in the morning. 
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peach
peach
[noun]

a soft and juicy fruit that has a pit in the middle and its skin has extremely little hairs on it

Ex: He shared a juicy peach with his friend during a picnic in the park. 
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lemon
lemon
[noun]

a juicy sour fruit that is round and has thick yellow skin

Ex: A few drops of lemon juice in a glass of water make for a simple and refreshing detoxifying drink. 
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milk
milk
[noun]

the white liquid we get from cows, sheep, or goats that we drink and use for making cheese, butter, etc.

Ex: Consuming milk can help maintain healthy skin due to the presence of vitamin A. 
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cheese
cheese
[noun]

a soft or hard food made from milk that is usually yellow or white in color

Ex: Blue cheese crumbles are a tasty addition to burgers or salads. 
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butter
butter
[noun]

a soft, yellow food made from cream that we spread on bread or use in cooking

Ex: Butter is a key ingredient in making flaky and delicious pie crusts. 
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egg
egg
[noun]

an oval or round thing that is produced by a chicken and can be used for food

Ex: Can you help me crack the eggs for the cake batter? 
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cream
cream
[noun]

the thick, fatty part of milk that rises to the top when you let milk sit

Ex: He stirred cream into his pasta sauce to make it rich and creamy. 
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