yeast

US /jiːst/
UK /jiːst/
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drożdże

a microscopic fungus consisting of single oval cells that reproduce by budding, and are capable of converting sugar into alcohol and carbon dioxide. Some yeasts are harmful pathogens, but many are commercially important, especially in the making of bread and alcoholic drinks.

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Add a teaspoon of yeast to the flour to make the dough rise.
Dodaj łyżeczkę drożdży do mąki, aby ciasto wyrosło.
Brewer's yeast is essential for making beer.
Drożdże piwne są niezbędne do produkcji piwa.