CEFR B1

brewing

verb

Meaning

To prepare a hot beverage by steeping or boiling ingredients in water.

Examples

She likes to brew a strong cup of tea every afternoon.
The local café uses high-quality beans to brew their signature espresso.

Synonyms: make, prepare, steep, infuse

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brewing (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /bruː/

Definition

To prepare a hot beverage by steeping or boiling ingredients in water.

Examples

She likes to brew a strong cup of tea every afternoon.
The local café uses high-quality beans to brew their signature espresso.
You should let the herbs brew for at least five minutes to get the best flavor.

How to Use brewing

brew up (phrasal verb): To make a hot drink, especially tea or coffee. — "I'll go to the kitchen and brew up a pot of tea for us."
brew for (prepositional phrase): To allow a drink to sit in water for a specific duration. — "You should brew the green tea for only two minutes to avoid bitterness."

Synonyms of brewing

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