Lingard
English books
Cover of Dos and Don'ts of Eating Sushi
B1 · 325 words · English

Dos and Don'ts of Eating Sushi

Lingard

Are you a sushi lover? Whether you're a pro or a newbie to Japanese cuisine, it's important to know the dos and don'ts of eating sushi. For example, the article recommends dipping the fish side of nigiri in soy sauce rather than the rice, and placing chopsticks on a holder instead of leaving them in the sauce. These guidelines may seem small, but they can make a big difference in your sushi experience. Follow these tips and you'll be a sushi pro in no time!

Get started

Words you’ll meet

The words readers of this text looked up most, each with its meaning and the line it comes from.

bites / baɪts /noun

Individual portions of food consumed in one action during a meal

Take a small piece of ginger between bites to refresh your taste buds.

morselsmouthfulstastesportions

gained / ɡeɪn /verb

to gradually increase in amount or degree

The idea gained acceptance.

acquireobtainprocure

alongside / əˌlɒŋˈsaɪd /adverb

In proximity to or along the side of

Pickled ginger is served alongside sushi.

besidesadjacent to

guidelines / ˈɡaɪdlaɪnz /noun

General rules, principles, or pieces of advice that provide guidance on how something should be done

Here are some guidelines to follow to make sure you are enjoying your sushi.

instructionsrecommendationsrulesprinciples

concern / kənˈsɜːrn /noun

A feeling of worry or unease

What is the concern?

worryproblemissue

oversaturated / ˌoʊvərˈsætʃəreɪtɪd /adjective

Extremely wet

The rice can quickly become oversaturated with soy sauce.

drenchedsoaked

dos and don'ts / ˈduːz ænd ˈdoʊnts /noun

Things that are acceptable to do and things that are not acceptable to do

There are certain dos and don'ts when it comes to eating sushi.

rulesetiquettecustoms

buds / bʌdz /noun

Small bulb-like structures on the surface of the tongue that contain receptors for taste

Take a piece of ginger to refresh your taste buds.

tonguegustatory receptorspapillae

Similar titles

All English books
Cover of Sourdough vs White Bread: What Should We Be Eating? Sourdough vs White Bread: What Should We Be Eating? Lingard Cover of The surprising foods that lead to better sleep The surprising foods that lead to better sleep Lingard Cover of Italian Pizza: The Taste of Authentic Italian Cuisine Italian Pizza: The Taste of Authentic Italian Cuisine Lingard Cover of Foodie Travel: What is It? Foodie Travel: What is It? Lingard Cover of What is Comfort Food? What is Comfort Food? Lingard Cover of Why is Breakfast so Important? Why is Breakfast so Important? Lingard Cover of 5 Easy and Healthy Budget Dinners 5 Easy and Healthy Budget Dinners Lingard Cover of Exotic Fruits: Discover New Tastes and Aromas Exotic Fruits: Discover New Tastes and Aromas Lingard Cover of Why Is Everyone So Mad About Italian Cuisine? Why Is Everyone So Mad About Italian Cuisine? Lingard Cover of Gastronomic Festivals: A Celebration for Food Lovers Gastronomic Festivals: A Celebration for Food Lovers Lingard Cover of How to Cook the Best Apple Pie How to Cook the Best Apple Pie Lingard Cover of Interesting Drinks in Different Countries Interesting Drinks in Different Countries Lingard