Pilaf: meaning, definitions and examples

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pilaf

 

[ หˆpฤ“หŒlรดf ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food dish

Pilaf is a popular dish made with rice, which is cooked in a seasoned broth. It is often accompanied by spices, vegetables, or meat, giving it a rich flavor and texture. The cooking method typically involves sautรฉing grains in fat before adding liquid, which enhances the overall taste. Different cultures have their own variations of pilaf, with unique ingredients and techniques, making it a versatile dish enjoyed worldwide.

Synonyms

grain dish, rice dish

Examples of usage

  • I had a delicious pilaf with lamb last night.
  • She prepared a vegetable pilaf for dinner.
  • The restaurant's specialty is saffron pilaf.

Translations

Translations of the word "pilaf" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pilaf

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฒเคพเคต

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Pilaw

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pilaf

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะปะพะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pilaw

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ”ใƒฉใƒ•

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pilaf

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pilaf

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท pilav

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•„๋ผํ”„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูŠู„ุงู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pilaf

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pilaf

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็‚’้ฅญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pilaf

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ pilaf

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะธะปะฐั„

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ˜แƒšแƒแƒคแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pilav

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pilaf

Etymology

The word 'pilaf' traces its origins back to the Persian word 'pilฤw', which means 'rice dish'. It is also related to the Turkish term 'pilav', reflecting the spread of this dish throughout the Middle East and Central Asia. Historical records indicate that pilaf has been a staple in various cultures for centuries, with each region adapting the dish to local ingredients and tastes. From ancient Persia to the culinary traditions of India, pilaf showcases the interconnectedness of cultures through food. As it traveled along trade routes, it evolved, incorporating various spices, nuts, and meats, making it a rich and diverse dish that has captured the hearts of many.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,269, 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.