What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
pureeing
Example
I am going to puree the roasted vegetables for the soup. [puree: verb]
Example
The chef used a blender to puree the ingredients for the sauce. [pureeing: gerund or present participle]
blending
Example
I am going to blend the fruits and yogurt for my breakfast smoothie. [blend: verb]
Example
The bartender used a blender to blend the ingredients for the margarita. [blending: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Blending is more commonly used than pureeing in everyday language. Blending is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while pureeing is less common and refers to a specific technique of creating a smooth texture for food.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between pureeing and blending?
Both pureeing and blending are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
