informal2K

UK//hɒt dɒg//US//hɑt dɔg//

Meaning of Hot dog

A cooked sausage served in a sliced bun, often garnished.

In simple words: A cooked sausage in a bun, usually eaten as a snack.

Hot dog in a sentence

  • I love adding ketchup and mustard to my hot dog.
  • They served hot dogs at the baseball game, making the event even more fun.
  • Did you try the spicy hot dog from that food truck?
  • The kids couldn't wait to eat their hot dogs before the movie.

How to use Hot dog

Usually used in casual settings; not suitable for formal dining discussions. Popular at barbecues and sporting events.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Imagine a hot dog doing a fun dance in a bun!

Related words

Collocations with Hot dog

  • grilled hot dog
  • hot dog bun
  • veggie hot dog
  • hot dog stand
  • classic hot dog

Synonyms for Hot dog

  • frankfurter
  • wiener
  • sausage in a bun
  • red hot

Common mistakes with Hot dog

  • Confused with 'dog hot' (wrong order).
  • Assume it's only for a specific type of sausage.
  • Using 'hotdog' as a single word (should be two).

Hot dog appears in

Hot dog in other languages

More words like Hot dog

People also search for

  • Hot dog meaning
  • meaning of Hot dog
  • Hot dog definition
  • define Hot dog
  • what does Hot dog mean
  • Hot dog means
  • how to use Hot dog

Frequently asked questions about Hot dog

What does Hot dog mean?

A cooked sausage in a bun, usually eaten as a snack.

What is the definition of Hot dog?

A cooked sausage served in a sliced bun, often garnished.

How do you use Hot dog in a sentence?

I love adding ketchup and mustard to my hot dog.

Can you give another example of Hot dog?

They served hot dogs at the baseball game, making the event even more fun.

What are synonyms for Hot dog?

Common alternatives include frankfurter, wiener, sausage in a bun, red hot.

What words go with Hot dog?

It commonly pairs with grilled hot dog, hot dog bun, veggie hot dog, hot dog stand, classic hot dog.

What are common mistakes when using Hot dog?

Confused with 'dog hot' (wrong order). Assume it's only for a specific type of sausage. Using 'hotdog' as a single word (should be two).

How do you pronounce Hot dog?

US: //hɑt dɔg//, UK: //hɒt dɒg//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Hot dog formal or informal?

"Hot dog" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Hot dog?

Usually used in casual settings; not suitable for formal dining discussions. Popular at barbecues and sporting events.