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chewier

 

[ ˈtʃuːiər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

food texture

Chewier describes a texture that requires more effort to bite or chew. Foods that are chewy have a certain resistance and elasticity, which makes them more substantial in the mouth. This can apply to various items such as meats, candies, or baked goods. Chewiness can enhance the enjoyment of certain foods, as it often provides a more fulfilling experience.

Synonyms

resilient, springy, textured, tougher

Examples of usage

  • This steak is much chewier than the last one I had.
  • I prefer my bagels to be chewier for a better texture.
  • The caramel is delightful because it's pleasantly chewy.

Translations

Translations of the word "chewier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais mastigável

🇮🇳 ज्यादा चबाने योग्य

🇩🇪 kauter

🇮🇩 lebih kenyal

🇺🇦 більш жувальний

🇵🇱 bardziej żuć

🇯🇵 もっと噛みごたえのある

🇫🇷 plus caoutchouteux

🇪🇸 más masticable

🇹🇷 daha çiğnenebilir

🇰🇷 더 쫄깃한

🇸🇦 أكثر مضغًا

🇨🇿 více žvýkací

🇸🇰 viac žuvacie

🇨🇳 更有嚼劲

🇸🇮 bolj žvečljiv

🇮🇸 meira tyggjanlegt

🇰🇿 көбірек шайналатын

🇬🇪 მეტი ღეჭვადი

🇦🇿 daha çeynənən

🇲🇽 más masticable

Etymology

The term 'chewy' originates from the verb 'chew', which dates back to Old English 'ceowan', meaning 'to chew, to gnaw'. The suffix '-y' was added to form the adjective, which conveys the quality or characteristic of the action described by the verb. 'Chewy' first appeared in American English and has gained popularity in food descriptions particularly in the twentieth century as culinary trends shifted towards a focus on texture and mouthfeel in foods. Various foods, especially confections and baked goods, began to be analyzed not only for flavor but also for how they are experienced physically when consumed. This focus on texture has influenced many modern recipes and product labels, emphasizing chewiness as an appealing feature.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,671, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.