How to Pronounce "parboiled"
word
ˈpɑɹˌbɔɪɫ
PAR-boyld
pˈɑːbɔɪld
PAH-boyld
Definition
Partially cooked by boiling, usually as a preparation step before final cooking. Commonly used for foods like rice or vegetables.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɑɹˌbɔɪɫ
British English
pˈɑːbɔɪld
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAR-boyld
UK
PAH-boyld
Listen in Context
We bought parboiled rice at the store.
The vegetables are parboiled before frying.
These potatoes have been parboiled to save time.
I always use parboiled rice for paella because it stays firm.