die Zutat
Translation
ingredient, component, addition
Examples
Welche Zutaten brauchen wir für den Kuchen?
What ingredients do we need for the cake?
Frische Zutaten sind sehr wichtig.
Fresh ingredients are very important.
Die geheime Zutat macht die Soße besonders.
The secret ingredient makes the sauce special.
Grammar Patterns
an ingredient for sth. Welche Zutaten brauchen wir für den Kuchen?
Similar Words
Synonyms: Bestandteil (component), Ingredienz (ingredient)
Etymology
From `zu-` (to, towards) + `Tat` (deed, action). Literally, something 'done to' or 'added to' a dish.
Memory Tips
Think of it as something you 'do to' (`Tat`) the main dish by adding it 'to' (`zu`) it.