chopping

UK
/ˈtʃɒpɪŋ/
US
/ˈtʃɑpɪŋ/

Translations

choppingnoun
The chopping of wood is a common task in rural areas.
Рубка дров - обычная задача в сельских районах.
The chopping of vegetables is the first step in making the soup.
Нарезка овощей - первый шаг в приготовлении супа.
choppinggerund / present participle
UK
/ˈtʃɒpɪŋ/
US
/ˈtʃɑːpɪŋ/
Used attributively to describe objects or surfaces intended for cutting
chopverb

chopping

Gerund

chopped
Past Simple
chopped
Past Participle
chopping
Gerund
UK
/tʃɒp/
US
/tʃɑp/
He decided to chop some wood for the fireplace.
Он решил нарубить дров для камина.
She needs to chop the vegetables for the salad.
Ей нужно нарезать овощи для салата.
chopgerund / present participle

chopping

Definitions

choppingnoun
The act of cutting something into pieces with repeated sharp blows.
The chopping of vegetables was done quickly by the chef.
The sound or action of something being chopped.
The constant chopping from the kitchen could be heard throughout the house.
choppinggerund / present participle
Designed or used for chopping; suitable for cutting into pieces.
Place the meat on a chopping board before slicing.
chopverb
To cut something into pieces with repeated sharp blows using an axe or knife.
He decided to chop the vegetables for the salad.
To reduce or cut down something, especially in size or amount.
The company plans to chop the budget by 20% this year.
To hit or strike something with a quick, downward motion.
The player chopped the ball over the net with a swift motion.
chopgerund / present participle
In the process of cutting or designed for cutting.
Place the meat on a chopping board.