Sizzle

usgb/ˈsɪzl/
verb

To make a hissing sound, like food frying.

The bacon was sizzling in the pan.
Visual representation of "sizzle" - To make a hissing sound, like food frying.

Often appears as...

  • sizzle in the pan
  • sizzle on the grill
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Visual representation of "sizzle"
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Cooking Sounds

Used to describe the specific sound food makes when it's cooking in oil or fat.

Illustration for Cooking Sounds
I could hear the eggs sizzle as they hit the hot skillet.
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Indicates Heat

Implies food is being cooked at a high temperature, causing the noise.

Illustration for Indicates Heat
The steak started to sizzle the moment it touched the grill.
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