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barbecue

Pronunciation: [ˈbɑːrbɪkjuː]

Word

Learn how to use barbecue in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “food”

(noun) a cooking method where food, usually meat, is cooked slowly over a fire or hot coals, often flavored with a special sauce. It’s popular for outdoor gatherings and parties.

Example

We had a barbecue in the backyard last weekend and everyone loved the ribs.

Example

This is not a barbecue; it’s just grilled vegetables.

Example

Are we having a barbecue at the park this Saturday?

Context: “event”

(noun) a social gathering where people cook and eat food together, usually outdoors. It is a fun way to spend time with family and friends.

Example

The neighborhood barbecue was a great way to meet new people.

Example

I wasn’t invited to the barbecue, so I missed out on the fun.

Example

When is the next barbecue at your friend’s house?

Context: “cooking”

(verb) to cook food over a fire or on a grill. This can include marinating the food in sauce or seasoning it before cooking.

Example

I love to barbecue chicken on hot summer days.

Example

We cannot barbecue inside the house because it’s dangerous.

Example

Can you barbecue the steak for dinner tonight?

How to pronounce barbecue

Pronunciation: [ˈbɑːrbɪkjuː]

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