chopstick
What is another word for chopstick? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — One of a pair of slender sticks used, held in one hand, to pick up and eat food, especially in East Asian cuisine.
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How to use chopstick
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
pair of chopsticks
eat with chopsticks
Etymology
A compound of chop and stick, though the exact meaning of "chop" here is disputed — an older theory linking it to Chinese Pidgin English "chop-chop" (quick) is now considered too late to fit the word's history.
Full origin of chopstick →Frequently asked questions
What does “chopstick” mean?
The word “chopstick” means one of a pair of slender sticks used, held in one hand, to pick up and eat food, especially in East Asian cuisine. In plain terms, one of the pair of thin sticks used for eating in many Asian cuisines.
How do you pronounce “chopstick”?
“Chopstick” is pronounced CHOP-stihk (/ˈt͡ʃɑp.stɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “chopstick” in a sentence?
Here is “chopstick” used in a sentence: “She expertly picked up the noodles with a chopstick in each hand.”
What part of speech is “chopstick”?
“Chopstick” is a noun.
Where does the word “chopstick” come from?
The word “chopstick” comes from Chinese. A compound of chop and stick, though the exact meaning of "chop" here is disputed — an older theory linking it to Chinese Pidgin English "chop-chop" (quick) is now considered too late to fit the word's history.
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