World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariescaramel
Pronunciation / Transliteration: caramel
"J'adore la glace au caramel."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
1 sense- 1
A smooth, chewy, golden-brown confection made by heating sugar.
"She drizzled warm caramel over the vanilla ice cream."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the French word caramel, via Spanish caramelo, ultimately from medieval Latin calamellus, a diminutive of calamus (reed, cane), influenced by Arabic qurarat al-sukkar (sugar ball).
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "caramel"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "caramel" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
caramel
Transliteration: caramel
"J'adore la glace au caramel."
Karamell
Transliteration: Karamell
"Der Kuchen schmeckt stark nach Karamell."
caramello
Transliteration: caramello
"Il budino è servito con salsa al caramello."
caramelo
Transliteration: caramelo
"El flan lleva una capa de caramelo líquido."
caramelo
Transliteration: caramelo
"O pudim tem uma cobertura de caramelo."
कैaramel
Transliteration: karamel
"मुझे आइसक्रीम पर कैरेमल पसंद है।"
焦糖
Transliteration: jiāotáng
"这杯咖啡上面加了焦糖。"
카라멜
Transliteration: karamel
"이 케이크는 카라멜 맛이 난다."
キャラメル
Transliteration: kyarameru
"彼はキャラメル味のポップコーンを買った。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all French termsA voltage level that is lower than the standard voltage used in electrical systems, typically used for safety in low-power applications.
The difference in electric potential between two points, measured in volts.
A term used in German to denote a specific type of entity or concept.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "caramel"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.