Bengali · Food & Drink

চিনি

chini

Sugar

Beginnernoun

Definition

A sweet substance added to food and drinks.

Example

আমি চিনি ছাড়া চা খাই।

I drink tea without sugar.

Etymology

'চিনি' (chini) originates from the Arabic word 'سكر' (sukkar), which entered Bengali during trade and cultural exchanges, referring to sugar.

How & Where It’s Used

'চিনি' (chini) is commonly used across both formal and informal contexts, especially concerning culinary discussions related to sweets and desserts.

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