Definition of Cake
Quick Meaning of Cake
A soft, sweet food baked in an oven, usually decorated with frosting and served on special occasions or as a treat.
Detailed Definition of Cake
A sweet baked dessert made from flour, sugar, eggs, and butter, often decorated and eaten at celebrations.
How to Pronounce Cake
Stress pattern: O (1-syllable word).
Tip: Rhymes with 'make' and 'take'. Single vowel sound /eɪ/ (like in 'play'). One syllable.
Origin and Etymology of Cake
From Old Norse kaka, related to Swedish kaka and English cook. Originally referred to flatbread.
How to Use Cake in a Sentence
Each example shows “cake” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“My mother baked a chocolate cake for my birthday.”
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“The baker decorated the wedding cake with fresh flowers and white frosting.”
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“Archaeological evidence suggests ancient Egyptians baked early forms of cake as ritual offerings.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Cake
Common Synonyms for Cake
Smart Synonyms for Cake — When to Use Each
- pastry
- when referring to baked goods made with flour
- dessert
- when emphasizing the sweet course served after a
Common Collocations with Cake
These phrases pair with “cake” in everyday English:
- birthday cake
- chocolate cake
- slice of cake
- bake a cake
- cake frosting
Common Mistakes When Using Cake
Even fluent speakers slip up with “cake”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: She eats a big cake every day.
- ✓ Correct: She eats a piece of cake every day.
- Why: People eat slices or pieces of cake, not whole cakes; use 'a slice of cake' for singular portions.
- ✗ Wrong: I like to drink cake with coffee.
- ✓ Correct: I like to eat cake with coffee.
- Why: Use the verb 'eat' for cake, not 'drink'; drinking is for liquids and beverages.
Other Forms of Cake
Frequently Asked Questions About Cake
What is the meaning of "Cake"?
A soft, sweet food baked in an oven, usually decorated with frosting and served on special occasions or as a treat.
How do you pronounce "Cake"?
The IPA is /keɪk/. Rhymes with 'make' and 'take'. Single vowel sound /eɪ/ (like in 'play'). One syllable.
What part of speech is "Cake"?
"Cake" is a noun at A1 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Cake"?
Common synonyms include dessert, pastry, treat.
How do you use "Cake" in a sentence?
For example: "My mother baked a chocolate cake for my birthday."