چینی

Definition

A sweet substance; the same word also means Chinese!

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Etymology

The word 'چینی' (cheeni) comes from the Persian 'شکر' (shakar), meaning 'sugar', signifying the influence of trade and Persian culture on Urdu.

How & Where It’s Used

Used in both spoken and written forms, it is prevalent across various registers, especially in culinary contexts.

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