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feta

 

[ หˆfษ›tษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

cheese type

Feta is a brined curd cheese that originates from Greece. Traditionally made from sheep's milk or a mixture of sheep and goat's milk, it has a crumbly texture and a salty flavor. Feta is often used in Mediterranean cuisine, adding a distinct taste to salads, pastries, and entrees. It has a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status in the European Union, meaning that only cheese produced in certain regions of Greece can be labeled as 'feta'.

Synonyms

Greek cheese, brined cheese, sheep's cheese

Examples of usage

  • I added feta to my Greek salad.
  • Feta cheese can be crumbled over pasta.
  • She made a delicious spinach and feta pie.
  • The dip was made with feta, olives, and herbs.

Translations

Translations of the word "feta" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น feta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเฅ‡เคŸเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Feta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ feta

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ะตั‚ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ feta

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚งใ‚ฟ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท feta

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ feta

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท feta

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŽ˜ํƒ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ููŠุชุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ feta

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ feta

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฒๅก”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ feta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ feta

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะตั‚ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒ”แƒขแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ feta

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ feta

Etymology

The word 'feta' comes from the Italian word 'fetta', which means 'slice'. The term was first used in the late 17th century, although the cheese itself has been made for much longer, with roots tracing back to ancient Greek civilization. Feta cheese is known for its distinct taste and texture, developed in the unique climatic conditions of Greece, which are suitable for sheep and goat husbandry. The production method has been passed down through generations, with traditional techniques enhancing its unique qualities. Feta's importance in Greek culture is reflected in its widespread use in local dishes, emphasizing the regional agricultural practices that have preserved its production over centuries.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,437 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.