B2adjectivefoodhealth
US/ˈviː.ɡən/
UK/ˈviː.ɡən/
not eating or using any animal products, such as meat, fish, milk, eggs or honey
In context
My sister has been vegan for three years and never eats cheese.
The restaurant has a separate vegan menu with several main dishes.
Many young people are choosing a vegan lifestyle for environmental reasons.
Words that go with vegan
adjective + noun
- vegan dietA vegan diet can be healthy if it is well planned.
- vegan foodVegan food is easier to find in big cities now.
- vegan optionPlease ask whether there is a vegan option.
- vegan lifestyleA vegan lifestyle also avoids leather and wool.
verb + adjective
- go veganShe decided to go vegan after watching a documentary.
adverb + adjective
- strictly veganHe is strictly vegan and checks every label.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I am a vegetarian, so I do not eat eggs or milk.Correct: I am vegan, so I do not eat eggs or milk.