chopping
word · lemma: chop
/ˈtʃɑpɪŋ/
/tʃˈɒpɪŋ/
Definition
The act of cutting something into smaller pieces, usually with a knife or other sharp tool, often used in cooking.
Usage & Nuances
'Chopping' is most commonly used when talking about food preparation, especially vegetables and herbs. Typical phrases: 'chopping onions', 'chopping board'. It suggests a repetitive motion. Not used for cutting hair or paper.
Spanish: cortar - picarPortuguese (BR): picar - cortarPortuguese (PT): picar - cortarChinese (Simplified): 切碎 - 剁Chinese (Traditional): 切碎 - 剁Hindi: काटना (टकले का रूप)Arabic: تقطيعBengali: কাটাকুটিRussian: рубка - нарезкаJapanese: 刻む - みじん切りにするVietnamese: băm nhỏ - chặtKorean: 썰기 - 자르기Turkish: doğramaUrdu: کٹائی - ٹکڑے کرناIndonesian: memotong - mencincang
Example Sentences
She is chopping carrots for the soup.
basic
Be careful when chopping onions.
basic
Place the vegetables on a chopping board.
basic
My eyes always water when I'm chopping garlic.
natural
Are you almost done chopping those tomatoes?
natural
Let's finish chopping the vegetables before the guests arrive.
natural