chewy
word
Definition
Describes food that takes a lot of chewing because it is thick, sticky, or elastic, like gum or some candies.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used for food texture, especially candies, meat, bread, or gum. Can be positive (pleasantly chewy pizza) or negative (chewy steak = tough). 'Chewy' does not mean 'sticky' (sticks to teeth), it's about needing to chew more.
Spanish: masticable - chiclosoPortuguese (BR): mastigável - borrachudoPortuguese (PT): mastigável - elástico (textura)Chinese (Simplified): 有嚼劲的 - 嚼不烂的Chinese (Traditional): 有嚼勁的 - 咬不爛的Hindi: चबाने योग्य - चिकनी (खाने में)Arabic: مطاطي - صعب المضغ
Example Sentences
My bread turned out a bit chewy.
basic
The steak was too chewy to eat.
basic
This candy is very chewy.
basic
Some people love chewy cookies, others prefer them crispy.
natural
The noodles were a bit too chewy for my taste.
natural
If your gum isn’t chewy, it’s probably too old.
natural