Definitions
n. A fungus used to make bread rise and produce alcohol.
酵母；酵母菌
Example
Add the yeast once the water feels slightly warm.
等水摸起来微温时加入酵母。
Scientists use yeast to study basic cellular processes because it grows quickly under controlled laboratory conditions.
科学家利用酵母研究基本细胞过程，因为它在受控实验室条件下生长迅速。
Collocations
- dried yeast
- fresh yeast
- yeast fermentation
- yeast cells
Word family
- yeasty (adj.)
Usage tip
烘焙中通常作不可数名词；不是baking powder。
FAQ
- What does yeast mean?
- A fungus used to make bread rise and produce alcohol.
- How is yeast pronounced?
- UK /jiːst/, US /jiːst/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
