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kibbe

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈkɪb.eɪ/

KK: /ˈkɪbɪ/

noun
Definition

A dish from the Near East made with ground lamb and bulgur, which can be served either cooked or raw.


Example

We enjoyed a delicious plate of kibbe at the Middle Eastern restaurant.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever tried kibbe?
Sloth B
Yes, I love it! It's such a delicious dish.
Sloth A
I had some homemade kibbe last week, and it was amazing.
Sloth B
That sounds fantastic! I need to find a good recipe.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
kibbeh
dish
meatball
Antonyms
vegetable
dessert
snack
Root Explanation

Kibbe originates from Arabic "كبة" (kibbah), meaning a type of dish made from bulgur wheat and minced meat. The word refers specifically to this traditional Middle Eastern food.

Memory Tip

Imagine a dish made from bulgur and meat, as 'kibbe' directly refers to this delicious Middle Eastern specialty.

Visually Confused Words
kibe
kibei
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