Meaning of "sago" in English

Sago is a starch extracted from the pith of various tropical palm stems, especially the Metroxylon sagu. It is used primarily as a food thickener and can be found in numerous traditional dishes across parts of Asia, including puddings, noodles, and flatbreads. It is also made into small pearly grains used in cooking. Beyond its culinary purposes, sago is occasionally used in textiles and adhesives. Its versatility in various dishes makes it a staple ingredient in regions where it is cultivated.

Meaning of "sagou" in French

In French, "sagou" refers to the same substance as in English—a starch derived from the pith of tropical palm trees. It is frequently utilized as a thickening agent in cooking. Particularly in Asian cuisines, sagou is integral in preparing desserts such as puddings and soups. In regions where sago palms are abundant, sagou forms a crucial part of the local diet. The word is used to describe both the raw starch and the processed forms that appear as little beads or granules.

Pronunciation of "sago" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈseɪ.ɡoʊ/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "sago" is generally consistent in most English-speaking regions. However, slight variations might occur based on local accents, primarily in vowel articulation, such as in the Australian or British accents where the second syllable might pronounce the 'o' more distinctly.

Pronunciation of "sagou" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /sa.ɡu/

Pronunciation Variations: In French, "sagou" is typically pronounced uniformly across Francophone regions. The most apparent variation might be in the emphasis on either the first or second syllable, influenced by the speaker’s regional accent or dialect.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. Sago is commonly used to make desserts in Southeast Asia. (Le sagou est couramment utilisé pour faire des desserts en Asie du Sud-Est.)

  2. You should soak sago pearls before cooking them. (Vous devriez tremper les perles de sagou avant de les cuisiner.)

  3. Many gluten-free recipes include sago as a primary ingredient. (De nombreuses recettes sans gluten utilisent le sagou comme ingrédient principal.)

  4. Sago pudding is a popular dish in many countries. (Le pudding de sagou est un plat populaire dans de nombreux pays.)

  5. In traditional medicine, sago is sometimes used for its potential health benefits. (En médecine traditionnelle, le sagou est parfois utilisé pour ses bienfaits potentiels pour la santé.)

  6. The texture of cooked sago is quite similar to tapioca. (La texture du sagou cuit est assez semblable à celle du tapioca.)

  7. Farmers extract sago from the sago palm's trunk. (Les agriculteurs extraient le sagou du tronc du palmier à sagou.)

  8. Sago is a staple food in some tropical regions. (Le sagou est un aliment de base dans certaines régions tropicales.)

  9. When dried, sago pearls become firm and translucent. (Lorsqu'elles sont séchées, les perles de sagou deviennent fermes et translucides.)

  10. Sago can be used as a substitute for cornstarch in recipes. (Le sagou peut être utilisé comme substitut de la fécule de maïs dans les recettes.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "sago" in English

Synonyms: tapioca, starch, pearl sago, sagu, cassava starch

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: starch, flour, grain, cereal, carbohydrate

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "sagou" in French

Synonyms: tapioca, amidon, perles de sagou, manioc, fécule

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: amidon, farine, céréale, glucide, grain

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