IPA: /həˈɡɑːri/
KK: /həˈɡɑːri/
A type of grain sorghum from Sudan that has white seeds, often cultivated in the southwestern United States.
Farmers in the southwestern U.S. are increasingly planting hegari for its drought resistance and high yield.
The word 'hegari' originates from Japanese, meaning a type of traditional Japanese garment or clothing. It is not derived from Latin, Greek, Old English, or Old French roots.
Think of the Japanese culture and its traditional clothing when you hear 'hegari' — it helps you remember that it refers to a specific type of garment.