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okra

 

[ หˆoสŠ.kษนษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food vegetable

Okra, also known as lady's finger or gumbo, is a flowering plant in the mallow family. It is cultivated primarily for its edible green seed pods. The pods are long and slender and have a slight mucilaginous texture when cooked, making them popular in many cuisines, especially in southern U.S. and West African dishes. Okra is rich in vitamins A and C, as well as dietary fiber. It can be prepared in various ways, including frying, boiling, or pickling.

Synonyms

gumbo, lady's finger

Examples of usage

  • I added okra to my gumbo for that extra flavor.
  • Fried okra is a popular side dish in Southern cooking.
  • We are planting okra in our garden this summer.
  • Okra can be quite slimy when cooked, but it adds great taste.

Translations

Translations of the word "okra" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น quiabo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคญเคฟเค‚เคกเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Okra

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ okra

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะบั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ okra

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ชใ‚ฏใƒฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท gombo

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ okra

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bamya

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์˜คํฌ๋ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุงู…ูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sรณja

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ okra

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ง‹่‘ต

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ okra

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ okra

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพะบั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ™แƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qฤฑzฤฑlgรผl

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ okra

Word origin

The word 'okra' traces its origins back to the West African Akan language, where it is called 'nkruma' and 'okro.' The plant was brought to the Americas by enslaved Africans, where it became a staple in various regional cuisines. In the 19th century, okra became widely recognized in the U.S., particularly in Southern cooking. The term 'lady's finger' is commonly used in British English, reflecting the long, slender shape of the pods. This versatility in naming and the plant's adaptation across different cultures showcase its significant role in global gastronomy. Today, okra is celebrated not only for its culinary uses but also for its nutritional benefits.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,553, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.