English Word · Intermediate
fondant
a smooth creamy sugar mixture used in confectionery
Pronunciation: /ˈfɒndənt/
Meaning
A smooth, creamy sugar mixture, often flavoured, used to ice cakes or make sweets.
Example
The confectioner flavoured the fondant before using it to fill chocolates.
The confectioner flavoured the fondant before using it to fill chocolates.
Practice tips
- Practice fondant 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.