chop
Meaning
To chop means to cut something into pieces with a sharp tool, typically used in cooking or preparation of food.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "chop" with "cut," as "chop" implies a more forceful or rough cutting action.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
After
a
long
day
at
work
,
Anna
goes
into
the
kitchen
and
begins
to
chop
onions
and
carrots
for
a
vegetable
soup
.
She
follows
a
simple
recipe
and
measures
each
ingredient
carefully
so
the
taste
is
balanced
.
While
the
soup
simmers
on
the
stove
,
she
cleans
the
counter
and
sets
the
table
for
two
.
When
everything
is
ready
,
they
sit
down
to
eat
and
talk
quietly
about
their
day
.
Common Phrases
chop vegetables
chop wood
chop down
Synonyms
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