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Bay Leaf: Tej Patta (तेज पत्ता) + 7 More Languages
Instant translations in 8 languages with pronunciations. Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Spanish, French, Chinese & more.
🇮🇳Indian Languages
| Language | Name | Pronunciation | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi | Tej Patta (तेज पत्ता) | tej pat-ta | Indian bay leaf differs from Mediterranean |
| Tamil | Brinji Ilai (பிரிஞ்சி இலை) | brin-ji i-lai | - |
| Telugu | Biryani Aaku (బిర్యానీ ఆకు) | bir-yaa-ni aa-ku | - |
| Bengali | Tej Pata (তেজপাতা) | tej paa-ta | - |
🌍International Languages
| Language | Country | Name | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Spain | Hoja de laurel | o-ha de lau-rel |
| French | France | Feuille de laurier | fuh-y de lo-rye |
| Italian | Italy | Alloro | al-lo-ro |
| Turkish | Turkey | Defne yaprağı | def-ne yap-ra-uh |
Common Confusions
- !Indian Tej Patta (cassia leaf) is NOT the same as Mediterranean bay leaf
What NOT to Do When Translating Ingredients
- Don't assume direct translations - "Bay Leaf" may have different varieties in each culture.
- Don't ignore regional variations - the same language can have different words in different regions.
- Don't substitute blindly - some translated ingredients may have slightly different properties or flavors.
Tips for Finding Bay Leaf Abroad
- 1.Show the local name on your phone to shopkeepers - visual recognition helps more than pronunciation.
- 2.Check ethnic grocery stores - they often have ingredients with labels in multiple languages.
- 3.Learn the script basics - being able to recognize a few characters can help you identify products.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bay Leaf called in Hindi?
Tej Patta (तेज पत्ता)
How do you pronounce Bay Leaf in different languages?
Each language has its own pronunciation. For example: Hindi: tej pat-ta, Tamil: brin-ji i-lai, Telugu: bir-yaa-ni aa-ku.
What are the regional names for Bay Leaf in India?
In India, Bay Leaf is called: Tej Patta (तेज पत्ता) (Hindi), Brinji Ilai (பிரிஞ்சி இலை) (Tamil), Biryani Aaku (బిర్యానీ ఆకు) (Telugu), Tej Pata (তেজপাতা) (Bengali).