tender
/ˈtendə/ · /ˈtendər/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #3593 in the learning path
嫩的；易嚼的
Definitions
adj. Soft and easy to cut or chew.
嫩的；易嚼的
adj. Showing gentle care and affection.
温柔的；慈爱的
adj. Painful when touched.
触痛的；一碰就疼的
Example
The carrots were tender enough to mash with a fork.
胡萝卜很软嫩，用叉子就能压成泥。
Slow cooking makes tougher cuts of meat tender, allowing households to use less expensive ingredients.
慢炖能使较韧的肉块变嫩，让家庭可以选用价格较低的食材。
Collocations
- tender meat
- tender care
- tender to the touch
Word family
- tenderness (n.)
- tenderly (adv.)
- tenderise (v.)
Synonyms
- soft
- gentle
Antonyms
- tough
Usage tip
形容食物指嫩；形容身体部位可指一碰就疼。
FAQ
- What does tender mean?
- Soft and easy to cut or chew. Showing gentle care and affection. Painful when touched.
- How is tender pronounced?
- UK /ˈtendə/, US /ˈtendər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
