A1noun 1K

Sandwich

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈsænwɪtʃ//ˈsænwɪdʒ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈsænwɪtʃ//ˈsænwɪdʒ/"]/

Meaning of Sandwich

two slices of bread, often spread with butter, with a layer of meat, cheese, etc. between them

In simple words: Two pieces of bread with food in between.

Sandwich in a sentence

• I ordered a sandwich for lunch today.
• He likes to make a sandwich with turkey and cheese.
• She served a sandwich made of fresh vegetables.
• They sat down with their sandwich and drinks.

How to use Sandwich

Use 'sandwich' in casual conversations about food. It is appropriate for most contexts, but more formal settings might require specific descriptions, like 'lunch item' or 'meal.'

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'sand' and 'witch' making a tasty meal.

Related words

Collocations with Sandwich

• cheese
• ham
• peanut butter
• plate
• round
• make
• order
• eat
• filling
• bag
• box
• in a/​the sandwich

Synonyms for Sandwich

• sub
• hoagie
• club
• wrap
• panini

Opposites of Sandwich

• food
• snack

Common mistakes with Sandwich

• Confused with 'sandwitch' spelling.
• Using 'sandwich' to refer to any food item.
• 'Sandwich' as a verb is often misused.

Frequently asked questions about Sandwich

What does Sandwich mean?

Two pieces of bread with food in between.

What is the definition of Sandwich?

two slices of bread, often spread with butter, with a layer of meat, cheese, etc. between them

How do you use Sandwich in a sentence?

I ordered a sandwich for lunch today.

Can you give another example of Sandwich?

He likes to make a sandwich with turkey and cheese.

What are synonyms for Sandwich?

Common alternatives include sub, hoagie, club, wrap, panini.

What is the opposite of Sandwich?

Opposite meanings include food, snack.

What words go with Sandwich?

It commonly pairs with cheese, ham, peanut butter, plate, round, make, order, eat, filling, bag, box, in a/​the sandwich.

What are common mistakes when using Sandwich?

Confused with 'sandwitch' spelling. Using 'sandwich' to refer to any food item. 'Sandwich' as a verb is often misused.

How do you pronounce Sandwich?

US: /["/ˈsænwɪtʃ//ˈsænwɪdʒ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈsænwɪtʃ//ˈsænwɪdʒ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Sandwich?

Use 'sandwich' in casual conversations about food. It is appropriate for most contexts, but more formal settings might require specific descriptions, like 'lunch item' or 'meal.'

What CEFR level is Sandwich?

"Sandwich" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.