Wonton: meaning, definitions and examples

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wonton

 

[ หˆwษ’n.tษ’n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

type of food

Wonton is a type of Chinese dumpling that is commonly found in East Asian cuisines. The dough is made from flour and water, and the filling is typically made of minced meat, vegetables, and various seasonings. Wontons can be boiled, steamed, or fried and are often served in a soup or with dipping sauces. They are a popular dish in Chinese culinary traditions and are often enjoyed during festivals and special occasions.

Synonyms

dumpling, gyoza, momo

Examples of usage

  • I ordered wonton soup for lunch.
  • She loves to eat fried wontons with sweet and sour sauce.
  • Wontons can be filled with shrimp or pork.
  • During the festival, they served a variety of wontons.

Translations

Translations of the word "wonton" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น wonton

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเฅ‰เคจเฅเคŸเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wonton

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ wonton

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะพะฝั‚ะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wonton

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฏใƒณใ‚ฟใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท wonton

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ wonton

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท wonton

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์™„ํƒ•

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูˆุงู†ุชูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ wonton

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ wonton

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ฆ„้ฅจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ wonton

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ wonton

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฒะพะฝั‚ะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ•แƒแƒœแƒขแƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ wonton

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ wonton

Etymology

The word 'wonton' originates from the Cantonese term 'wว”ntลซn,' which means 'cloud swallow.' This is a reference to the shape of the dumpling, which is often thought to resemble the clouds in the sky. The history of wontons dates back centuries in China, traditionally filled with a mixture of meats, vegetables, and sometimes seafood. The method of preparation varies by region, with Northern China often using a thicker wrapper and Southern China favoring a thinner one. They are commonly associated with comfort food and family gatherings. Over time, variations of wontons have emerged, influenced by local ingredients and cooking styles, becoming a beloved dish not just in China, but around the world.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,781, 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.