How Do You Spell CARAMELIZE?

Pronunciation: [kˈaɹəmə͡lˌa͡ɪz] (IPA)

The word "caramelize" is spelled with the letter "z" instead of "s" in British English, while American English uses "s". This word is pronounced /ˈkærəmaɪz/ or kar-uh-muh-lahyz in IPA phonetic transcription, with the stress on the second syllable. The pronunciation is made up of "k" sound, "a" as in "cat", "r" as in "rose", "ə" as in "a", "m" as in "man", "aɪ" as in "eye", and "z" or "lahyz" depending on the variant used.

CARAMELIZE Meaning and Definition

  1. Caramelize is a verb that refers to the process of transforming sugar into caramel by heating it until it melts and turns brown in color. This culinary technique involves applying heat to sugar, usually in the presence of water or another liquid, causing it to break down and undergo a chemical reaction called the Maillard reaction. When the sugar molecules are exposed to high temperatures, they begin to undergo a series of complex reactions that result in the formation of compounds that provide a distinct nutty and sweet flavor, characteristic of caramel.

    During the caramelization process, the sugar goes through various stages, initially melting and then progressively darkening in color as it continues to cook. The depth of color achieved during caramelization is typically dependent on the duration and intensity of heat applied. Caramelize can also refer to the browning or charring of other foods, such as vegetables or meats, through the Maillard reaction, which enhances their flavors and creates a rich caramelized taste.

    In cooking, caramelization is commonly used in the preparation of desserts, such as crème brûlée or caramel sauce, where sugar is heated until it liquefies and turns into a golden or amber-colored syrup. The resulting caramel adds depth, richness, and sweetness to dishes, making it a sought-after technique in both sweet and savory culinary applications.

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Etymology of CARAMELIZE

The word "caramelize" is derived from the French word "caraméliser", which is formed from "caramel", meaning "burnt sugar". The French term ultimately comes from the Spanish word "caramelo", which refers to caramel candy or caramelized sugar. The origin of "caramelo" is believed to be Arabic, possibly from the word "qarāmiḍa", meaning "sugar cane". So, the etymology of "caramelize" traces back to the Arabic influence on the Spanish language, which then made its way into French and English.

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Conjugate verb Caramelize

CONDITIONAL

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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

you caramelize
we let´s caramelize

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to caramelize

PAST

I caramelized
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PAST CONTINUOUS

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PAST PARTICIPLE

caramelized

PAST PERFECT

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

I caramelize
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am caramelizing
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

caramelizing

PRESENT PERFECT

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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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