Chimichurri

B1 16+

Pronunciation: /tʃɪmiˈtʃʊri/

Definitions of chimichurri

noun a sauce or marinade used in Argentine and Uruguayan cuisine, typically made with parsley, garlic, vinegar, and oil

Example Sentences

A1 I tried chimichurri sauce for the first time.

A2 She made a delicious chimichurri marinade for the steak.

B1 Chimichurri is a popular condiment in Argentina.

B2 The restaurant served the grilled chicken with a side of chimichurri.

C1 The chef's secret chimichurri recipe was passed down through generations.

C2 The food critic praised the restaurant for its authentic chimichurri sauce.

Examples of chimichurri in a Sentence

formal The chimichurri sauce served with the grilled steak was a perfect complement to the dish.

informal I can't get enough of that chimichurri on my steak, it's so flavorful!

slang Dude, have you tried the chimichurri at that new steakhouse? It's bomb!

figurative Her words were like a tangy chimichurri, adding flavor to the conversation.

Grammatical Forms of chimichurri

past tense

chimichurried

plural

chimichurris

comparative

more chimichurri

superlative

most chimichurri

present tense

chimichurries

future tense

will chimichurri

perfect tense

have chimichurried

continuous tense

is chimichurrying

singular

chimichurri

positive degree

chimichurriest

infinitive

to chimichurri

gerund

chimichurrying

participle

chimichurried

Origin and Evolution of chimichurri

First Known Use: 1783 year
Language of Origin: Spanish
Story behind the word: The word 'chimichurri' is believed to have originated in Argentina, specifically among the gauchos (cowboys) in the Pampas region.
Evolution of the word: Originally used as a sauce for grilled meat, chimichurri has evolved to be a popular condiment used in various dishes worldwide.