Crumbs
EN→ZH
What Does Crumbs Mean?
- 面包屑
- 碎屑
- 屑屑
Crumbs Pronunciation
krʌmz
Crumbs Definition
noun
Definition
Small pieces that break off from a larger object, often food.
In ZH
从较大物体(通常是食物)上掉下来的小块。
How to Use Crumbs in a Sentence
- After the cookie debacle at the office, there were crumbs everywhere, like a crumb explosion failed to warn anyone about the impending dessert disaster!
- I found crumbs in the weirdest places, like inside my shoe; clearly, I’m bringing ‘snack chic’ to a whole new level.
- Crumbs from my sandwich were so plentiful that I set up a tiny 'crumb hotel' for ants under my desk. Tenants included Mr. Ant and family.
Cultural Notes
Crumbs are often associated with food, especially baked goods like bread and cookies. In various cultures, leaving crumbs might symbolize abundance or generosity, while in others, it might be considered messy.
verb
Definition
To break something into small pieces or to leave behind small bits after eating.
In ZH
把东西弄成小块或吃东西后留下小块。
How to Use Crumbs in a Sentence
- I crumbed my breakfast muffin everywhere, turning my kitchen into a 'crumby' art installation that even Picasso would envy!
- She crumbed the leftover cake as if she were auditioning for a role in 'Muffin Mayhem: The Movie.'
- He tried to crumb the cookies carefully, but ended up creating a floury snowstorm that would make any baker laugh out loud.
Cultural Notes
Using 'crumb' as a verb is less common, but can add humor or express mishaps in cooking and eating.