15 English words

English vocabulary for food and drink

Useful English words about food, drink, cooking and eating out, with meanings, pronunciation and example sentences.

barnounA2a place where people buy and drink alcoholWe met at a bar downtown.
blandadjectiveB2(of food) having very little flavorThe soup was rather bland, so I added some pepper.

cupnounA1a small container with a handle, used for drinking hot drinksWould you like a cup of coffee?

delicacynounC1a rare or expensive food that is considered specialSnails are a delicacy in France.
dinnernounA1the main meal of the day, usually eaten in the eveningWhat are we having for dinner?

eatverbA1to put food in your mouth, chew it and swallow itWe usually eat at seven.

glassnounA1a hard clear material used for windows and bottlesThe table has a glass top.

kitchennounA1the room where food is cookedWe usually eat breakfast in the kitchen.

oilnounA2a thick liquid from plants or animals used in cookingFry the onions in a little olive oil.

serveverbA2to give food or drink to someone, especially in a restaurantBreakfast is served from 7 to 10.

waternounA1the clear liquid in rain, rivers, and seas that we drinkCan I have a glass of water?