Goulash: meaning, definitions and examples

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goulash

 

[ หˆษกuหlษ‘หสƒ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food dish

Goulash is a hearty stew of meat and vegetables, often seasoned with paprika and other spices. Its origins can be traced back to Hungary, where it's considered a national dish. Goulash can vary in ingredients and preparation methods, with some versions including potatoes, pasta, or beans. It is typically served hot and is popular in many Central European countries. The dish is known for its rich flavor and comforting nature.

Synonyms

potage, soup, stew

Examples of usage

  • I made a delicious goulash for dinner last night.
  • Goulash is perfect for a cold winter evening.
  • Have you ever tried Hungarian goulash?
  • This recipe for goulash includes both beef and pork.

Translations

Translations of the word "goulash" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น goulash

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅเคฒเคพเคถ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Gulasch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ goulash

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณัƒะปััˆ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gulasz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฐใƒผใƒฉใƒƒใ‚ทใƒฅ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท goulash

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ goulash

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gulaลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ตด๋ผ์‹œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบูˆู„ุงุด

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gulรกลก

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ gulรกลก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅคๆ‹‰ไป€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gulaลก

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gรบlas

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณัƒะปะตัˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒฃแƒšแƒแƒจแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gulaลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ goulash

Etymology

The word 'goulash' comes from the Hungarian 'gulyรกs,' which means 'herdsman' or 'cowboy.' This reference to herdsmen dates back to the 9th century, as the dish was traditionally made by cowboys who would cook meat and vegetables in a pot over an open fire. Goulash became widely popular across Hungary and eventually spread to other parts of Central and Eastern Europe. Early iterations of the dish would often use leftovers or whatever ingredients were readily available, leading to many regional variations. The incorporation of paprika, which is a key ingredient in goulash, occurred after it was introduced to Hungary in the 16th century. Over time, goulash evolved into a signature dish associated with Hungarian culture, often served at family gatherings and celebrations. Today, it remains a beloved comfort food and is known internationally for its robust flavor.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,282, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.