What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
liquidizing
Example
I am liquidizing the soup to make it smoother. [liquidizing: present participle]
Example
The recipe calls for liquidizing the fruits before adding them to the batter. [liquidizing: gerund]
puree
Example
The baby food is made from pureed fruits and vegetables. [pureed: adjective]
Example
I need to puree the potatoes before adding them to the soup. [puree: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Puree is more commonly used than liquidizing in American English, while liquidizing is more commonly used in British English. Both words are used in cooking and food preparation contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between liquidizing and puree?
Both liquidizing and pureeing are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
