B2nounfoodhome
US/ˈpæk.ɪt/
UK/ˈpæk.ɪt/
a small paper or plastic container with things inside, especially food
In context
I added a packet of seasoning to the instant noodles.
There is a packet of seeds on the kitchen table.
He tore open the packet and poured the sugar into his coffee.
Words that go with packet
noun + preposition
- packet of seasoningI added a packet of seasoning to the instant noodles.
- packet of noodlesShe grabbed a packet of noodles from the shelf.
- packet of seedsPlant the packet of seeds in spring.
noun + noun
- sugar packetPlease put the sugar packet on the saucer.
verb + noun
- open a packetOpen a packet of soup and add hot water.
adjective + noun
- empty packetPlease throw the empty packet in the bin.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
a packet of ricesCorrect: a packet of rice