popcorn
Translation
popcorn
Examples
Let's make some popcorn for the movie.
Let's make some popcorn for the film.
I like butter on my popcorn.
I like butter on my popcorn.
Grammar Patterns
((some)) popcorn (uncountable) Do you want some popcorn?
a bag/box of popcorn (countable unit) I ate a whole bag of popcorn.
Similar Words
Synonyms: snack
Etymology
A compound word from 'pop' (the sound it makes when heated) and 'corn' (the grain it is made from).
Memory Tips
The name describes exactly what it is: 'corn' that 'pops'. Imagine the kernels popping in a pan.