Sirloin Meaning in English

word

US

ˈsɝlɔɪn

SUR-loyn

UK

sˈɜːlɔɪn

SUR-loyn

Definition

A cut of beef from the back of a cow, known for being tender and flavorful. It is often served as steak or roasted.

Usage & Nuances

Common in steakhouse menus. 'Sirloin steak' is the full term, but often shortened to 'sirloin.' Distinct from 'tenderloin,' which is even more tender. Not used for pork or chicken.

• Spanish: solomillo
• Portuguese (BR): contrafilé
• Portuguese (PT): vazia
• Chinese (Simplified): 西冷牛排
• Chinese (Traditional): 西冷牛排
• Hindi: सरलॉइन (गोमांस का हड्डी रहित टुकड़ा)
• Arabic: لحم الخاصرة
• Bengali: সারলয়েন - গরুর পৃষ্ঠদেশের মাংসের অংশ
• Russian: тонкий край
• Japanese: サーロイン
• Vietnamese: thăn lưng bò
• Korean: 등심
• Turkish: antrikot - sirlion (et) (steak kesimi)
• Urdu: سرلوئن
• Indonesian: sirloin - daging has luar

Example Sentences

I ordered a sirloin for dinner.

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The chef grilled the sirloin perfectly.

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A sirloin steak costs more than a regular steak.

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I love how juicy the sirloin is at that restaurant.

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Can I get my sirloin medium rare, please?

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If you want something tender but not too expensive, go for the sirloin.

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