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salmi

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: //sælmi//

KK: /sɑlmi/

noun
Definition

A dish made from roasted game birds that are minced and cooked in wine, often with spices and a rich sauce.


Example

The chef prepared a delicious salmi for the dinner party, impressing all the guests.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever tried making salmi at home?
Sloth B
No, I haven't, but it sounds delicious!
Sloth A
I made it last weekend, and it turned out really well.
Sloth B
That's awesome! I would love to taste your salmi sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
ragout
stew
dish
Antonyms
bland
plain
unseasoned
Root Explanation

The word 'salmi' originates from Old French 'salmi', which refers to a type of fish dish, particularly salmon. It is derived from the Latin 'salmo', meaning salmon. Thus, 'salmi' refers to a dish made with salmon or a preparation involving salmon.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for salmon, 'salmi', which helps you remember that 'salmi' refers to a dish made with this fish.

Visually Confused Words
psalmic
swami
smalm
sampi
samir
salix
salic
psalm
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