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curry

 

[ หˆkษ™rฤ“ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

food dish

Curry is a dish that is common in many South Asian countries and consists of meat or vegetables cooked in a sauce of various spices. The spices used in curry can vary significantly from one region to another, contributing to a rich diversity of flavors. Curries can be served with rice, bread, or alone and often have a robust and aromatic quality. The preparation of curry can also involve different cooking methods, such as boiling, simmering, or frying.

Synonyms

dish, sauce, stew

Examples of usage

  • I had a delicious chicken curry for dinner.
  • The restaurant specializes in vegetarian curry dishes.
  • We always add coconut milk to our curry recipes.
  • She prefers her curry spicy with extra chili.
  • He learned how to make curry from his grandmother.
Context #2 | Verb

prepare food

To curry means to prepare food, particularly meats, by seasoning it with spices and cooking it, typically in the style of South Asian cuisine. The term can also refer to the act of creating a dish or flavor profile akin to that found in traditional curry recipes. This preparation often involves marinating ingredients in spices before cooking them to enhance their flavor.

Synonyms

flavor, season, spice

Examples of usage

  • I will curry the chicken before grilling it.
  • She loves to curry various vegetables for her dishes.
  • They decided to curry the beef for the barbecue.
  • He prefers to curry his seafood with fresh herbs.
  • We usually curry potatoes for a hearty meal.

Translations

Translations of the word "curry" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น curry

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคฐเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Curry

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kari

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะฐั€ั€ั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ curry

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ซใƒฌใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท curry

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ curry

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kรถri

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ปค๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุงุฑูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kari

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kari

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ’–ๅ–ฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kari

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ karรญ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะฐั€ั€ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kษ™ri

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ curry

Etymology

The word 'curry' originates from the Tamil word 'kari', which means sauce or relish for rice. The term was first documented in English in the 17th century when British colonists in India began to adopt local foods and cooking methods. As they encountered various spiced dishes in India, they referred to them as โ€˜curriesโ€™ due to the prevalent use of the word 'kari' in South Indian cuisine. Over the centuries, curry has evolved into a term that encompasses a variety of dishes with distinct flavors and ingredients. The globalization of the food culture further popularized curry, making it a staple in many countries beyond its origins, including the United Kingdom, where Indian cuisine became immensely popular during the colonial period. Today, curry reflects a wide range of regional variations and recipes, demonstrating the culinary fusion that has occurred through migration and cultural exchange.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,965, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.