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🇬🇧English to Englishरोटी[roti]

roti

/ˈroʊ.ti/beginner Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

A round, flatbread native to the Indian subcontinent, made from stone-ground whole wheat flour and traditionally cooked on a flat or slightly concave iron griddle called a tava.

Example Sentences:
  • She served the hot curry with freshly baked roti.
  • Tear off a piece of warm roti to scoop up the lentils.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'rotika', meaning 'bread' or 'disk', which ultimately traces back to the Indo-Aryan roots describing round, flattened items made from flour.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of 'roti' as a 'round tie' of dough that holds a meal together.

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Frequently Asked Questions About “roti

1. What is the meaning of “roti” in English?

In English, roti (noun) is defined as: “A round, flatbread native to the Indian subcontinent, made from stone-ground whole wheat flour and traditionally cooked on a flat or slightly concave iron griddle called a tava.”.

2. How do you use “roti” in a sentence?

She served the hot curry with freshly baked roti.

3. What are English synonyms of “roti”?

Common synonyms include:chapati,flatbread,phulka,tortilla

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “roti”?

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'rotika', meaning 'bread' or 'disk', which ultimately traces back to the Indo-Aryan roots describing round, flattened items made from flour.