Bouillon

Pronunciation: /buːˈjɑːn/

Definitions of bouillon

noun a clear seasoned broth made by simmering meat, fish, or vegetables in water

Example Sentences

A1 I added bouillon cubes to the boiling water to make soup.

A2 She used bouillon to enhance the flavor of the stew.

B1 The chef recommended using homemade bouillon for the best results.

B2 The recipe called for a tablespoon of bouillon paste for added richness.

C1 The culinary school taught students how to make bouillon from scratch.

C2 The gourmet restaurant served a delicious dish with a bouillon reduction sauce.

Examples of bouillon in a Sentence

formal The chef prepared a rich bouillon for the soup base.

informal I added a bouillon cube to the pot for extra flavor.

slang Let's grab some bouillon packets for a quick meal.

figurative His words were like bouillon, adding depth to the conversation.

Grammatical Forms of bouillon

• past tense: bouilloned
• plural: bouillons
• comparative: more bouillon
• superlative: most bouillon
• present tense: boils
• future tense: will boil
• perfect tense: has boiled
• continuous tense: is boiling
• singular: bouillon
• positive degree: bouillon
• infinitive: to boil
• gerund: boiling
• participle: boiled

Origin and Evolution of bouillon

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'bouillon' originated from the Old French word 'bouillir' which means to boil.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a clear broth made by simmering meat or vegetables, the word 'bouillon' has evolved to also include a concentrated stock or broth used for cooking or as a base for soups and sauces.