French translation of zedoary is 
zédoaire

Meaning of "zedoary" in English

Zedoary is a spice derived from the dried rhizome of the plant Curcuma zedoaria, which is native to South and Southeast Asia. It belongs to the ginger family and is closely related to turmeric. Zedoary has a bitter, aromatic taste and a slightly yellowish color, often used in Asian cooking as well as traditional medicine. The spice is known for its purported digestive and anti-inflammatory properties.

Meaning of "zédoaire" in French

In French, "zédoaire" refers to the same spice as in English, derived from the dried rhizome of the plant Curcuma zedoaria. This plant is a member of the ginger family and is related to turmeric. Zédoaire is often used in Asian culinary practices and traditional medicine due to its distinct bitter flavor and possible health benefits, such as aiding digestion and reducing inflammation.

Pronunciation of "zedoary" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈzɛd.oʊˌɛr.i/

Pronunciation Variations: In some English dialects, the pronunciation may slightly vary, focusing more on the first syllable, and some may pronounce the ending with a softer 'i' sound, like "ree."

Pronunciation of "zédoaire" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ze.do.ɛʁ/

Pronunciation Variations: In French dialects, regional variations might impact the articulation of the 'r' at the end, with some pronunciations using a guttural sound while others are softer.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. She uses zedoary in her curry recipe for an exotic taste. (Elle utilise du zédoaire dans sa recette de curry pour un goût exotique.)
2. Zedoary is often compared to ginger due to its similar appearance. (Le zédoaire est souvent comparé au gingembre en raison de son apparence similaire.)
3. The herbal tea had a hint of zedoary, giving it a unique flavor. (Le thé aux herbes avait une touche de zédoaire, lui donnant un goût unique.)
4. In traditional medicine, zedoary is believed to aid digestion. (En médecine traditionnelle, on pense que le zédoaire aide à la digestion.)
5. She discovered zedoary while traveling in Southeast Asia. (Elle a découvert le zédoaire en voyageant en Asie du Sud-Est.)
6. The chef added zedoary to the dish to enhance its aroma. (Le chef a ajouté du zédoaire au plat pour rehausser son arôme.)
7. Zedoary is not as widely used as turmeric in Western cuisines. (Le zédoaire n'est pas aussi largement utilisé que le curcuma dans les cuisines occidentales.)
8. They grow zedoary in their garden along with other exotic spices. (Ils cultivent du zédoaire dans leur jardin avec d'autres épices exotiques.)
9. The zedoary root was ground into a fine powder for cooking. (La racine de zédoaire a été moulue en une fine poudre pour la cuisine.)
10. Some people use zedoary as a natural remedy for colds. (Certaines personnes utilisent le zédoaire comme remède naturel contre le rhume.)

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

Synonyms: white turmeric, Curcuma zedoaria, kentjur

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: turmeric, ginger, galangal, cardamom, cinnamon

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

Synonyms: curcuma zédoaire, curcuma blanc

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: curcuma, gingembre, galanga, cardamome, cannelle

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