Ceviche

Pronunciation: /səˈviːtʃeɪ/

Definitions of ceviche

noun a South American dish made of raw fish marinated in citrus juice, typically lime or lemon, and mixed with onions, peppers, and seasonings

Example Sentences

A1 I tried ceviche for the first time and I loved it.

A2 Ceviche is a popular dish in many Latin American countries.

B1 I learned how to make ceviche during my cooking class.

B2 The ceviche I had in Peru was the best I've ever tasted.

C1 The chef's special ceviche was a delightful combination of flavors.

C2 I consider myself a connoisseur of ceviche, having tried it in various regions around the world.

Examples of ceviche in a Sentence

formal Ceviche is a traditional dish from Latin America that typically consists of raw fish cured in citrus juices.

informal I love ordering ceviche at my favorite seafood restaurant.

slang Let's grab some ceviche and chill at the beach.

figurative The chef's ceviche recipe is like a burst of flavors in your mouth.

Grammatical Forms of ceviche

• past tense: prepared
• plural: ceviches
• comparative: more ceviche
• superlative: most ceviche
• present tense: prepares
• future tense: will prepare
• perfect tense: has prepared
• continuous tense: is preparing
• singular: ceviche
• positive degree: delicious
• infinitive: to prepare
• gerund: preparing
• participle: prepared

Origin and Evolution of ceviche

First Known Use: 1500 year

Language of Origin: Spanish

Story behind the word: Ceviche is believed to have originated in Peru, where it was made by marinating raw fish in citrus juices.

Evolution of the word: The word 'ceviche' is derived from the Spanish word 'cebiche', which in turn comes from the Quechua word 'siwichi', meaning 'fresh fish'. Over time, the dish has evolved to include various ingredients and preparation methods beyond just fish and citrus juice.