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Meaning of Ketchup

In simple words: A sweet, thick sauce made from tomatoes.

Ketchup in a sentence

  • I like to put ketchup on my fries.
  • He ordered a hamburger with extra ketchup.
  • The kids covered their hot dogs in ketchup.
  • They ran out of ketchup at the picnic.

How to use Ketchup

Commonly used in casual dining and fast-food settings. Less appropriate in formal dining or culinary discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'catch-up'—imagine catching up on flavor with every bite of food.

Related words

Collocations with Ketchup

  • ketchup bottle
  • ketchup packets
  • ketchup and fries

Synonyms for Ketchup

Opposites of Ketchup

  • mustard
  • vinaigrette

Common mistakes with Ketchup

  • Confused with 'catsup' – both refer to the same condiment.
  • Using 'ketchup' as a verb - it's only a noun.
  • Assuming all ketchup is tomato-based - some variations exist.

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Frequently asked questions about Ketchup

What does Ketchup mean?

A sweet, thick sauce made from tomatoes.

What is the definition of Ketchup?

A sweet, thick sauce made from tomatoes, commonly used as a condiment.

How do you use Ketchup in a sentence?

I like to put ketchup on my fries.

Can you give another example of Ketchup?

He ordered a hamburger with extra ketchup.

What are synonyms for Ketchup?

Common alternatives include catsup, sauce, condiment.

What is the opposite of Ketchup?

Opposite meanings include mustard, vinaigrette.

What words go with Ketchup?

It commonly pairs with ketchup bottle, ketchup packets, ketchup and fries.

What are common mistakes when using Ketchup?

Confused with 'catsup' – both refer to the same condiment. Using 'ketchup' as a verb - it's only a noun. Assuming all ketchup is tomato-based - some variations exist.

How do you pronounce Ketchup?

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

When should I use Ketchup?

Commonly used in casual dining and fast-food settings. Less appropriate in formal dining or culinary discussions.