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tikka

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈtɪkə/

KK: /ˈtɪkə/

noun
Definition

A dish made of marinated meat that is cooked on a skewer, often associated with Indian cuisine.


Example

We ordered chicken tikka for dinner, and it was delicious.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever tried tikka at that new Indian restaurant?
Sloth B
Yes, I went there last week, and it was amazing!
Sloth A
I love how they marinate the meat for the tikka.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It adds so much flavor to the dish.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
kebab
skewer
dish
Antonyms
Root Explanation

The word 'tikka' originates from Hindi 'टिक्का' (tikka), meaning a small piece or morsel, often referring to a dish of marinated meat. It is commonly associated with Indian cuisine, particularly in the context of grilled or roasted meat dishes.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tikka' as a small piece of marinated meat, which helps you remember that it refers to a delicious morsel often enjoyed in Indian cuisine.

Visually Confused Words

No commonly confused words.

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