English Word · Advanced
levain
A starter dough for sourdough bread
Pronunciation: say levain
Meaning
A fermented mixture of flour and water used as a starter for sourdough bread.
Example
The baker prepared a fresh levain to help the sourdough bread rise.
The baker prepared a fresh levain to help the sourdough bread rise.
Practice tips
- Practice levain 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 advanced-level learners.