mix
word
/ˈmɪks/
miks
/mˈɪks/
miks
Definition
To combine two or more things together so they become part of one group, substance, or result. It can be used as a verb or a noun.
Usage & Nuances
Very common in cooking, music, colors, and social situations. Common patterns: 'mix A with B', 'mix together', 'mix well', and noun uses like 'a mix of styles'. Don't confuse it with 'blend': 'blend' often suggests a smoother or more complete combination.
Spanish: mezclar - mezclaPortuguese (BR): misturar - misturaPortuguese (PT): misturar - misturaChinese (Simplified): 混合 - 混合物Chinese (Traditional): 混合 - 混合物Hindi: मिलाना - मिश्रणArabic: يخلط - خليطBengali: মিশ্রণ - মেশানোRussian: смешивать - смесьJapanese: 混ぜる - ミックスVietnamese: trộn - pha trộnKorean: 섞다 - 혼합Turkish: karıştırmak - karışımUrdu: ملا دینا - آمیزشIndonesian: mencampur - campuran
Example Sentences
Mix the flour with water.
basic
Oil and water do not mix.
basic
This soup has a nice mix of vegetables.
basic
I always mix up my twins' names.
natural
The album mixes jazz with electronic sounds.
natural
Our team is a mix of people from different countries.
natural