Sago: meaning, definitions and examples

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sago

 

[ หˆseษชษกoสŠ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food source

Sago is a starch extracted from the pith of several tropical palm stems. It is commonly used as a food source in various cultures, particularly in Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. The starch is prepared as a gelatinous substance, often used in puddings, desserts, and other dishes. Sago pearls are sometimes cooked and served in sweet or savory recipes, gaining popularity due to their unique texture and versatility. This ingredient is gluten-free and is considered a significant source of carbohydrates.

Synonyms

palm starch, starch, tapioca

Examples of usage

  • The dessert was made with sago and coconut milk.
  • In many tropical regions, sago is a staple food.
  • She added sago pearls to her fruit salad for texture.

Translations

Translations of the word "sago" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sagu

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคพเค—เฅ‹

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sago

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sagu

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฐะณะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sago

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ตใ‚ด

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sago

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sago

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sago

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‚ฌ๊ณ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณุงุบูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sago

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sago

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฅฟ็ฑณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sago

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sago

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐะณะพ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒ’แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sago

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sago

Etymology

The word 'sago' comes from the Malay word 'sagu,' which refers to the sago palm. This term was borrowed into English in the early 17th century, as European explorers began to encounter the tropical plants and their uses among indigenous peoples. The sago palm (Metroxylon sagu) is native to Southeast Asia and is known for its starchy pith, which can be harvested and processed to produce sago. Over time, the use of sago expanded beyond its native regions, influencing various culinary traditions. Its adoption into European cuisines in the 19th century occurred mainly due to the rise in demand for alternative sources of starch and the availability of palm cultivation. Today, sago is appreciated not just for its nutritional value but also for its ability to thicken dishes, similar to other starches like cornstarch and tapioca.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,056, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.