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tamarind

 

[ หˆtรฆm.ษ™r.ษชnd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food source

Tamarind is a tropical fruit that comes from the tamarind tree, known scientifically as Tamarindus indica. The fruit is encased in a brown pod and has a sweet and tangy flavor. It is commonly used in various cuisines around the world, including Indian, Mexican, and Thai dishes. Tamarind is often used to make sauces, drinks, and candies. The pulp of the fruit is rich in vitamins and minerals, making it not only flavorful but also nutritious.

Synonyms

tamarind tree, tamarindus

Examples of usage

  • I added tamarind paste to the curry.
  • The tamarind drink was very refreshing.
  • We enjoyed tamarind candies at the market.

Translations

Translations of the word "tamarind" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tamarindo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‡เคฎเคฒเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Tamarinde

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ asam jawa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะฐะผะฐั€ะธะฝะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tamaryndowiec

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฟใƒžใƒชใƒณใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tamarin

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tamarindo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tamarind

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํƒ๋งˆ๋ฆฐ๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชู…ุฑ ู‡ู†ุฏูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tamaryลกek

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tamaryลกek

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฝ—ๆœ›ๅญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ tamaryna

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tamari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐะผะฐั€ะธะฝะด

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒแƒ›แƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒœแƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tamarind

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tamarindo

Word origin

The word 'tamarind' originates from the Arabic term 'tamr hindฤซ', which translates to 'Indian date'. This reflects the fruit's origins and its early associations with South Asia. The tamarind tree is native to tropical Africa but has been cultivated in India and throughout the tropics and subtropics since ancient times. It was brought to the Americas by Portuguese and Spanish explorers in the 16th century. Historically, the tamarind has been valued not only for its culinary uses but also for its medicinal properties, including its use in traditional remedies for digestive issues. Over the centuries, the popularity of tamarind has spread globally, and it remains an essential ingredient in many dishes, particularly in Indian cuisine, where it is used to balance flavors in savory and sweet preparations.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,488, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.