English Word · Intermediate
cooktop
a cooking unit designed for a tabletop or countertop
Pronunciation: /ˈkʊkˌtɒp/
Meaning
A unit with burners or heating zones designed to fit on a table or countertop for cooking.
Example
They fitted an electric cooktop into the kitchen counter.
They fitted an electric cooktop into the kitchen counter.
Practice tips
- Practice cooktop out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.