chopped

word · lemma: chop

/ˈtʃɑpt/
chahpt
/tʃˈɒpt/
chopt

Definition

Cut into small pieces, often using a knife. Commonly used to describe food prepared for cooking.

Usage & Nuances

Mainly used in cooking and recipes: 'chopped onions,' 'chopped vegetables.' Implies irregular, coarse pieces, not finely minced. Do not use for cutting thin or tiny shapes ('sliced,' 'diced,' and 'minced' are different).

Example Sentences

Add the chopped tomatoes to the soup.

basic

The salad has chopped cucumbers and carrots.

basic

He bought a bag of chopped fruit for breakfast.

basic

I prefer my salad with everything finely chopped.

natural

The recipe calls for two cups of chopped herbs.

natural

All the vegetables were already chopped when I got home.

natural