noun
Uncommon
jus
zhoo
Jus (noun) means a light sauce or gravy made from the natural juices released while cooking meat. Example: “The steak came served with a red wine jus.”
noun
1
A light sauce or gravy made from the natural juices released while cooking meat.
"The steak came served with a red wine jus."
How to use jus
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA thin, savoury sauce made from meat juices, common in restaurant menus.
Common pairings
served with jus
au jus
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Etymology
Borrowed directly from French jus, meaning "juice."
Synonyms
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au jus
Frequently asked questions
What does “jus” mean?
The word “jus” means a light sauce or gravy made from the natural juices released while cooking meat. In plain terms, a thin, savoury sauce made from meat juices, common in restaurant menus.
How do you pronounce “jus”?
“Jus” is pronounced zhoo (/ʒu(s)/ in IPA).
How do you use “jus” in a sentence?
Here is “jus” used in a sentence: “The steak came served with a red wine jus.”
What is another word for “jus”?
Words with a similar meaning to “jus” include au jus.
What part of speech is “jus”?
“Jus” is a noun.
Where does the word “jus” come from?
The word “jus” comes from French. Borrowed directly from French jus, meaning "juice.".
Is “jus” a common word?
“Jus” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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