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biryani

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //bɪrˈjɑːni//

KK: /bɪrˈjɑːni/

noun
Definition

A flavorful dish from India made with rice, meat, fish, or vegetables, often seasoned with spices like saffron or turmeric.


Example

I ordered a delicious biryani for dinner last night.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever tried biryani before?
Sloth B
Yeah, I love it! The flavors are amazing.
Sloth A
I want to learn how to make biryani myself.
Sloth B
That sounds like a fun project; I can help you with the recipe!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
pilaf
risotto
casserole
Antonyms
salad
soup
snack
Root Explanation

Biryani originates from the Persian word 'birinj' (meaning rice) and 'biryani' (meaning fried or roasted). The dish is a flavorful rice preparation that is typically made with meat and spices, reflecting its Persian roots.

Memory Tip

Imagine a dish where rice ('birinj') is 'fried' or 'roasted' ('biryani') with spices and meat, helping you remember that biryani is a delicious rice dish.

Visually Confused Words
irani
bryan
bryanite
bryanism
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