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brandade

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //brænˈdɑːd//

KK: /brænˈdɑːd/

noun
Definition

A dish made from salted cod, often mixed with olive oil and milk to create a creamy texture.


Example

For dinner, we enjoyed a delicious brandade served with crusty bread.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever tried brandade?
Sloth B
No, I haven't. What is it exactly?
Sloth A
It's a delicious dish made from salted cod and olive oil.
Sloth B
That sounds interesting! I would love to try it.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cod
puree
dish
Antonyms
raw
solid
uncooked
Root Explanation

Brandade → The word originates from the French 'brandade', which refers to a dish made from salt cod and olive oil. The term is derived from the verb 'brandar', meaning to stir or beat, which reflects the preparation method of the dish.

Memory Tip

Think of the French word 'brandar', which means to stir or beat, to remember that brandade is a dish made by stirring together salt cod and olive oil.

Visually Confused Words
ranidae
bravade
bandage
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