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Pronunciation / Transliteration: kuri
"秋になると栗を使った料理が増えます。"
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A type of tree or shrub belonging to the genus Castanea, known for its edible nuts.
"In the fall, we enjoy roasting chestnuts over an open fire." - 2
The edible nut of the chestnut tree, often used in cooking and baking.
"Chestnut puree is a popular ingredient in many desserts."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'chestnut' originates from the Old French 'chastaigne', which is derived from the Latin 'castanea', referring to the tree and its edible nuts. The term has evolved over centuries, reflecting both the tree's significance in agriculture and its culinary uses.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Chestnut" is said worldwide
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Châtaigne
Transliteration: sha-tein
"Nous avons fait des marrons glacés avec des châtaignes."
Esskastanie
Transliteration: ɛsˈkastaniə
"Im Herbst sammeln wir Esskastanien im Wald."
Castagna
Transliteration: kasˈtaɲɲa
"Le castagne sono deliziose arrostite."
Castaña
Transliteration: kasˈtaɲa
"Las castañas son un alimento típico en otoño."
Castanha
Transliteration: kasˈtɐɲɐ
"A castanha é um ingrediente popular em doces."
गिलौरी (गिलौरी का फल)
Transliteration: gilauri
Script: गिलौरी
"गिलौरी का उपयोग कई व्यंजनों में किया जाता है।"
栗子
Transliteration: lìzi
"秋天我们喜欢吃烤栗子。"
밤
Transliteration: bam
"가을에는 밤을 구워 먹는 것이 좋습니다."
栗
Transliteration: kuri
"秋になると栗を使った料理が増えます。"
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