slice
A slice is a thin, flat piece of food that has been cut from a larger portion, such as bread, cake, or meat. It is a common way to measure or serve individual portions of solid items.
उदाहरण
3 / 5I usually have a slice of toast with butter for breakfast.
I usually have a slice of toast with butter for breakfast.
The host offered each guest a slice of the ceremonial cake.
The host offered each guest a slice of the ceremonial cake.
Grab me a slice of pizza while you're in the kitchen!
Grab me a slice of pizza while you're in the kitchen!
शब्द परिवार
याद रखने का तरीका
Think of the 's' in slice as the shape of a sharp knife sliding through a loaf of bread.
त्वरित क्विज़
Would you like another ___ of lemon in your tea?
सही!
सही उत्तर है: slice
उदाहरण
I usually have a slice of toast with butter for breakfast.
everydayI usually have a slice of toast with butter for breakfast.
The host offered each guest a slice of the ceremonial cake.
formalThe host offered each guest a slice of the ceremonial cake.
Grab me a slice of pizza while you're in the kitchen!
informalGrab me a slice of pizza while you're in the kitchen!
Researchers examined a thin slice of the rock under a microscope.
academicResearchers examined a thin slice of the rock under a microscope.
Our firm aims to capture a larger slice of the European market this year.
businessOur firm aims to capture a larger slice of the European market this year.
शब्द परिवार
सामान्य शब्द संयोजन
सामान्य वाक्यांश
a slice of the pie
a share of the money or profits
a slice of life
a realistic representation of everyday experiences
no matter how you slice it
regardless of how you look at the situation
अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है
A piece can be any shape, while a slice is specifically thin and flat.
A slit is a long, narrow cut or opening in something, not a portion of it.
इस्तेमाल की जानकारी
Use 'slice' when the piece is flat and uniform, typically cut with a knife. It is most frequently used with food items like bread, lemon, or pizza.
सामान्य गलतियाँ
Learners often use 'piece' for everything. While 'piece of bread' is correct, 'slice of bread' is more specific and natural.
याद रखने का तरीका
Think of the 's' in slice as the shape of a sharp knife sliding through a loaf of bread.
शब्द की उत्पत्ति
Derived from the Old French word 'esclice', meaning a splinter or a fragment broken off.
व्याकरण पैटर्न
सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ
In many English-speaking cities, especially New York, ordering 'a slice' specifically refers to a single piece of pizza.
त्वरित क्विज़
Would you like another ___ of lemon in your tea?
सही!
सही उत्तर है: slice
संबंधित ग्रामर रूल्स
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संबंधित शब्द
majority
C1The greater number or part of a whole, specifically more than half of a total amount or group. It is often used in political or statistical contexts to describe a group that holds the most power or influence.
method
C1A systematic, logical, and established procedure for accomplishing a task or conducting research. It implies a structured series of steps designed to achieve a specific result or to gain knowledge in a disciplined manner.
occurrence
C1An occurrence refers to an instance or event where something happens or exists. In a broader sense, it can also describe the frequency or prevalence of a particular phenomenon within a specific context or dataset.
percent
C1A mathematical term representing a ratio or proportion out of one hundred. It is used extensively to describe changes, statistics, and probabilities in academic and professional contexts.
percentage
C2A percentage is a rate, number, or amount in each hundred, used to express a proportion or ratio relative to a whole. In academic contexts, it specifically refers to the quantitative measurement of a subset compared to the total population or data set.
periodic
C2In an academic or library context, a periodic refers to a publication that is issued at regular intervals, such as a scholarly journal, magazine, or newsletter. It is characterized by its recurring nature and is often archived in series to track the development of research or news over time.
principle
B2A principle is a fundamental truth, law, or rule that serves as the foundation for a system of belief, behavior, or reasoning. It can also refer to a personal code of conduct that guides how an individual chooses to act in various situations.
requirement
C1A thing that is needed or wanted; a condition that must be met in order to achieve a specific goal or comply with a rule. In formal and academic settings, it often refers to a compulsory qualification or a mandatory standard of performance.
respond
B2To say or write something as a reply to a question, statement, or letter, or to react to something by taking action. In academic contexts, it often refers to how an organism, system, or person reacts to a specific stimulus or event.
responsive
C1Characterized by reacting quickly and positively to suggestions, influences, or stimuli. In technical and academic contexts, it describes a system or organism that adapts efficiently to changing conditions or feedback.
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