Synonyms for

Noodles

Verb / ˈnu:dʌlz / Another word for noodles — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Noodles are a type of food made from unleavened dough that is cooked in boiling water or broth.

Synonyms & similar words

bonce dome bean attic noggin noodle pasta spaghetti ramen vermicelli udon soba linguine fettuccine lasagna macaroni penne ravioli cannelloni rotini manicotti gnocchi orzo couscous

Synonyms by register

Formal

pasta macaroni vermicelli

Informal

spaghetti strands worms

Literary

filaments threads

Antonyms

solids chunks blocks lumps grains pellets

Common collocations

  • egg noodles
  • ramen noodles
  • instant noodles
  • fresh noodles
  • dried noodles
  • noodle soup
  • noodle dish

Word family

noun noodle

Usage note

While 'noodles' can refer to any long, thin strip of pasta, it is most commonly associated with Asian cuisine. In Western contexts, specific pasta shapes like 'spaghetti' or 'linguine' are often preferred.

Example sentences

  1. I love to eat noodles with tomato sauce.
  2. My mom makes the best noodle soup.
  3. We had noodles for dinner last night.
  4. I like to put vegetables in my noodles.
  5. The restaurant serves a variety of noodle dishes.

Quotes

  • 'That's the trouble with noodle dishes,' sighed the Hogfather. 'You can never get enough of them.' - Terry Pratchett
  • 'I'm sick of noodle soup,' he said. 'It's all we ever eat.' - Amy Tan
  • 'I like to make spaghetti because you can measure it with your fingers, like this,' she said, holding up two fingers. 'But I really like noodles the best.' - Haruki Murakami

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