sizzle

/ˈsɪz.əl/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈsɪz.əl/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈsi-zəl/ (ame, mw) · /ˈsɪzl/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈsɪzl/ (ame, ipa)

sizzle — 動詞

  • sizzlepresent simple I / you / we / they
  • sizzles3rd person singular
  • sizzling-ing form
  • sizzledpast simple

1. to produce a sharp crackling noise while frying or being heated in hot oil or fa

1.動詞不及物A2
釋義

發出滋滋聲

食物在熱油中煎炸時發出聲音

to produce a sharp crackling noise while frying or being heated in hot oil or fat.

例句

The bacon began to sizzle in the pan as soon as Nora dropped it in.

Nora 一放下培根，培根就在平底鍋裡發出滋滋聲。

sizzle in + location phrase

Tiny drops of water fell onto the hot grill and sizzled for a moment before vanishing.

幾滴水珠掉到熱烤架上，嘶嘶作響了一下就消失了。

同義詞
  • hiss

    a quieter, thinner sound, like steam or air escaping, not cooking fat

  • crackle

    a sharper, more popping noise, like burning wood or dry leaves

  • fry

    focuses on the cooking process itself, not specifically the sound

文法句型

sizzle + prepositional phrase (in/on)

用法筆記

Often used with a location phrase such as 'in the pan', 'on the grill', or 'over the fire'. The present participle 'sizzling' is also common as an adjective describing food or sounds.

常見錯誤

❌The meat sizzled loudly the pan.
✅The meat sizzled loudly in the pan.
💡a location preposition (in, on) is needed when saying where the frying happens.

2. to be full of lively energy, interest, or excitement that attracts attention.

2.動詞不及物B2
釋義

充滿活力

充滿趣味或興奮氛圍而吸引人

to be full of lively energy, interest, or excitement that attracts attention.

例句

The music festival began to sizzle when the headline band stepped onto the stage.

當主要樂團登上舞台時，音樂節開始熱鬧沸騰起來。

sizzle when + event

The downtown area sizzles with new cafés, art galleries, and busy street markets.

市中心地區充滿了活力，到處都是新開的咖啡館、畫廊和熱鬧的市集。

sizzle with + nouns of activity

同義詞
  • buzz

    suggests a busy, noisy atmosphere; slightly less intense

  • crackle

    figurative use suggests lively, electric energy

  • sparkle

    implies brightness and attractiveness rather than noisy energy

文法句型

sizzle + with + noun

用法筆記

Commonly followed by 'with' to specify the source of energy or activity (e.g. 'sizzle with excitement', 'sizzle with ideas'). Less common in formal writing.

3. to be extremely sexually attractive, especially in a way that creates obvious ch

3.動詞不及物C1
釋義

性感誘人

散發強烈的性吸引力

to be extremely sexually attractive, especially in a way that creates obvious chemistry or tension between people.

例句

The two lead actors sizzled on screen, and the audience could feel the heat between them.

兩位主演在螢幕上火花四射，觀眾能感受到他們之間的化學反應。

sizzle on screen — sexual chemistry in film/TV

Sofia wore a stunning red dress to the party, and everyone agreed she sizzled all evening.

Sofia 穿著一件驚豔的紅裙參加派對，大家都說她整晚魅力四射。

同義詞
  • smolder

    suggests a quieter, hidden intensity rather than obvious attraction

  • steam up

    more explicitly about sexual content, used for scenes or photos

文法句型

sizzle (no object)

用法筆記

Informal register. Most common in entertainment reviews (film, music, fashion) and casual conversation. Avoid in formal or academic contexts.

4. to be burning hot, especially in a way that feels uncomfortable or intense.

4.動詞不及物B1
釋義

炎熱炙人

天氣或物體極度炎熱令人不適

to be burning hot, especially in a way that feels uncomfortable or intense.

例句

The summer sun sizzled over the beach, driving swimmers into the cool water.

夏天的太陽炙烤著沙灘，把泳客都逼進了清涼的水裡。

sun sizzles — weather context

The pavement sizzled under the midday heat, so everyone walked on the shady side of the street.

正午的烈日把路面晒得發燙，大家都走在街道有陰影的那一側。

同義詞
  • roast

    can describe weather or a person feeling uncomfortably hot; slightly more colloquial

  • blaze

    suggests strong, direct heat and brightness, often for the sun or fire

反義詞
  • freeze

    opposite extreme — very cold rather than very hot

文法句型

sizzle + location

用法筆記

Often used for weather, outdoor surfaces, or enclosed spaces during extreme heat. The subject is typically the sun, air, pavement, or an object exposed to high temperatures.

sizzle — 名詞