Tongs Meaning in English
word
ˈtɑŋz/, /ˈtɔŋz
TAWNGZ
tˈɒŋz
TONGZ
Definição
A tool with two arms joined together, used to pick up, hold, or move hot or small objects.
Uso & Nuances
Always used in the plural ('tongs'), even if referring to a single tool. Common types: kitchen tongs, barbecue tongs. Not the same as 'pliers' (used mainly for gripping or bending).
Spanish: tenazas - pinzasPortuguese (BR): pegador - pinçaPortuguese (PT): pegador - pinçaChinese (Simplified): 夹子 - 钳子Chinese (Traditional): 夾子 - 鉗子Hindi: चिमटाArabic: ملقطBengali: চিমটা - টংRussian: щипцыJapanese: トングVietnamese: kẹp gắpKorean: 집게Turkish: maşaUrdu: چمٹاIndonesian: capitan - penjepit
Frases de Exemplo
Use the tongs to pick up the hot toast.
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The chef grabbed the steak with tongs.
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She turned the vegetables with tongs while cooking.
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I can't find the tongs—did you leave them outside after the barbecue?
natural
Pass me the tongs so I can serve the salad.
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Those big tongs are perfect for turning food on the grill.
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