🇮🇳Hindi Source WordCode: HI

बर्फ की कतरन

Pronunciation / Transliteration: baraf ki kataran

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Shaved Ice/ʃeɪvd aɪs/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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🇮🇳 Example Sentence in Hindi:

"गर्मी में बर्फ की कतरन बहुत ताज़गी देती है।"

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A dessert made from finely shaved or crushed ice, typically topped with flavored syrups.

    "On a hot summer day, nothing beats a bowl of shaved ice topped with colorful syrups."
  2. 2

    A popular treat in many cultures, often served at fairs and festivals.

    "At the carnival, the kids eagerly lined up for their favorite shaved ice flavors."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'shaved ice' originates from the practice of shaving blocks of ice to create a fine, fluffy texture, which dates back to ancient times in various cultures. The modern version, popularized in the 19th century, often includes flavored syrups, reflecting a fusion of culinary traditions.

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