French translation of zobo is 
zobo

Meaning of "zobo" in English

"Zobo" is a term primarily used to refer to a traditional West African beverage made from the dried calyces of the hibiscus flower, often called hibiscus tea. The drink is known for its vibrant red color, tart flavor, and nutritional benefits, including being rich in antioxidants. It can be sweetened with sugar and served hot or cold, and sometimes includes ginger, mint, or pineapple for added flavor. "Zobo" is also found in local markets and is popular for its refreshing quality, especially in Nigeria.

Meaning of "zobo" in French

In French, "zobo" similarly refers to a beverage made from hibiscus petals, known traditionally as "bissap" in many Francophone African countries. It is appreciated for its refreshing nature and is often consumed chilled. Like its English counterpart, this drink is rich in vitamins and antioxidants, providing health benefits to its consumers. Popular in West African cuisine, especially in Senegal and Mali, "zobo" is a cultural staple with local variations in preparation and flavorings, such as the addition of ginger or mint.

Pronunciation of "zobo" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [ˈzoʊ.boʊ]

Pronunciation Variations: There are few dialectical variations in the pronunciation of "zobo" in English, as it is primarily pronounced in the same way across English-speaking regions. The focus is on stressing the first syllable.

Pronunciation of "zobo" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [zo.bo]

Pronunciation Variations: In French, "zobo" is typically pronounced uniformly, with equal stress on both syllables. Variations are rare, as it is considered a borrowed term from African languages without significant regional differences in French-speaking areas.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. I love drinking zobo in the summer. (J'aime boire du zobo en été.)
2. The zobo's color is a vibrant red. (La couleur du zobo est d'un rouge éclatant.)
3. Have you tried making zobo at home? (As-tu essayé de préparer du zobo à la maison?)
4. Zobo is rich in antioxidants. (Le zobo est riche en antioxydants.)
5. My friend introduced me to zobo. (Mon ami m'a fait découvrir le zobo.)
6. Zobo is refreshing on a hot day. (Le zobo est rafraîchissant par une journée chaude.)
7. You can add mint to your zobo. (Tu peux ajouter de la menthe à ton zobo.)
8. Where can I buy zobo ingredients? (Où puis-je acheter des ingrédients pour le zobo?)
9. Some people like their zobo sweetened. (Certaines personnes aiment leur zobo sucré.)
10. I learned to make zobo from a Nigerian recipe. (J'ai appris à faire le zobo grâce à une recette nigériane.)

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

Synonyms: hibiscus tea, roselle drink, bissap, karkadeh

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: herbal tea, floral drink, infusion

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

Synonyms: bissap, jus de fleur d'hibiscus

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: tisane, boisson florale, infusion

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