Hindi · Food & Drink
चीनी
chini
Sugar
Beginnernoun · feminine
Definition
A sweet substance added to food and drinks.
Example
मैं चाय में चीनी नहीं लेता।
I do not take sugar in my tea.
Etymology
'चीनी' (chini) originates from the Persian word 'شکر' (shakar), meaning 'sugar'. It reflects the historical trade relations between India and Persia.
How & Where It’s Used
'चीनी' is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts in India, particularly in discussions around cooking and recipes.