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UK//suːˈfleɪ//US//suˈfleɪ//

Meaning of Soufflé

A light, fluffy dish made with beaten egg whites and other ingredients, baked until puffed.

In simple words: A light baked dish made with eggs and other ingredients.

Soufflé in a sentence

  • The chocolate soufflé was the highlight of the meal.
  • He learned to make a perfect cheese soufflé during his cooking class.
  • The soufflé puffed up beautifully in the oven.
  • She ordered a berry soufflé for dessert at the restaurant.
  • To make a soufflé, beating the egg whites is crucial.

How to use Soufflé

Use 'soufflé' in culinary contexts, especially in cooking and restaurant settings. It's best used in formal or semi-formal discussions about food.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Sounds like 'so fluffy' – imagine a fluffy cloud shaped like a soufflé.

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Collocations with Soufflé

  • chocolate soufflé
  • cheese soufflé
  • sweet soufflé

Synonyms for Soufflé

Common mistakes with Soufflé

  • Confused with 'casserole' - a sturdier baked dish.
  • Using 'soufflé' to describe any baked dish, instead of its light, fluffy quality.
  • Mispronouncing as 'suff-lay' instead of 'soo-flay'.

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Frequently asked questions about Soufflé

What does Soufflé mean?

A light baked dish made with eggs and other ingredients.

What is the definition of Soufflé?

A light, fluffy dish made with beaten egg whites and other ingredients, baked until puffed.

How do you use Soufflé in a sentence?

The chocolate soufflé was the highlight of the meal.

Can you give another example of Soufflé?

He learned to make a perfect cheese soufflé during his cooking class.

What are synonyms for Soufflé?

Common alternatives include fluff, puff, light dish.

What words go with Soufflé?

It commonly pairs with chocolate soufflé, cheese soufflé, sweet soufflé.

What are common mistakes when using Soufflé?

Confused with 'casserole' - a sturdier baked dish. Using 'soufflé' to describe any baked dish, instead of its light, fluffy quality. Mispronouncing as 'suff-lay' instead of 'soo-flay'.

How do you pronounce Soufflé?

US: //suˈfleɪ//, UK: //suːˈfleɪ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Soufflé?

Use 'soufflé' in culinary contexts, especially in cooking and restaurant settings. It's best used in formal or semi-formal discussions about food.