Muesli: meaning, definitions and examples

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muesli

[ ˈmjuːzli ]

Noun

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breakfast cereal

Muesli is a breakfast cereal made from a mixture of rolled oats, dried fruits, nuts, and seeds. It is often served with milk or yogurt.

Synonyms

granola, oatmeal.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
muesli	Typically eaten as a cold breakfast cereal, often mixed with milk or yogurt. It is considered a healthy option as it is less sweet and less processed compared to other cereals. I had muesli with yogurt for breakfast this morning. Muesli is my go-to for a quick, nutritious meal.
granola	Usually consumed as a snack or breakfast topping. It is often sweeter and crunchier than muesli, as it is typically baked with honey or syrup. I added granola to my smoothie bowl for some extra crunch. Granola bars are a convenient snack when I'm on the go.
oatmeal	Commonly eaten as a hot breakfast dish, made by cooking oats with water or milk. It is known for being hearty and filling, often customized with fruits, nuts, or sweeteners. I enjoy a warm bowl of oatmeal in the winter mornings. Oatmeal with bananas and honey is my favorite way to start the day.

Word

Description / Examples

muesli

Typically eaten as a cold breakfast cereal, often mixed with milk or yogurt. It is considered a healthy option as it is less sweet and less processed compared to other cereals.

I had muesli with yogurt for breakfast this morning.
Muesli is my go-to for a quick, nutritious meal.

granola

Usually consumed as a snack or breakfast topping. It is often sweeter and crunchier than muesli, as it is typically baked with honey or syrup.

I added granola to my smoothie bowl for some extra crunch.
Granola bars are a convenient snack when I'm on the go.

oatmeal

Commonly eaten as a hot breakfast dish, made by cooking oats with water or milk. It is known for being hearty and filling, often customized with fruits, nuts, or sweeteners.

I enjoy a warm bowl of oatmeal in the winter mornings.
Oatmeal with bananas and honey is my favorite way to start the day.

Examples of usage

Every morning, she starts her day with a bowl of muesli.
You can customize your muesli by adding your favorite toppings.
The health benefits of muesli include high fiber content and essential nutrients.

Translations

Translations of the word "muesli" in other languages:

🇵🇹 muesli

🇮🇳 म्यूसली

🇩🇪 Müsli

🇮🇩 muesli

🇺🇦 мюслі

🇵🇱 musli

🇯🇵 ミューズリー

🇫🇷 muesli

🇪🇸 muesli

🇹🇷 müsli

🇰🇷 뮤즐리

🇸🇦 ميوزلي

🇨🇿 müsli

🇸🇰 müsli

🇨🇳 麦片

🇸🇮 müsli

🇮🇸 múslí

🇰🇿 мюсли

🇬🇪 მიუსლი

🇦🇿 müsli

🇲🇽 muesli

Etymology

The word 'muesli' originated in Switzerland in the late 19th century. It was created by Swiss physician Maximilian Bircher-Brenner as a health food for his patients. The original recipe consisted of soaked oats, grated apples, nuts, and lemon juice. Over the years, muesli has evolved into a popular breakfast choice worldwide, known for its nutritional benefits and delicious taste.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,089, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.

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