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
Composed of `zu-` (to) and `Tat` (deed). It signifies something that is 'added to' a recipe or mixture.
Memory Tips
Imagine saying 'add to that' (`zu-Tat`) when pointing at a cooking pot. This links the sound to the action of adding an ingredient.