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Cardamom: Elaichi (इलायची) + 7 More Languages
Instant translations in 8 languages with pronunciations. Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Spanish, French, Chinese & more.
🇮🇳Indian Languages
| Language | Name | Pronunciation | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi | Elaichi (इलायची) | e-lai-chee | Green (choti) and black (badi) varieties |
| Tamil | Elakkai (ஏலக்காய்) | ae-lak-kai | - |
| Telugu | Elakulu (ఏలకులు) | ae-la-ku-lu | - |
| Bengali | Elach (এলাচ) | ae-lach | - |
🌍International Languages
| Language | Country | Name | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arabic | Middle East | هيل (Hel) | hel |
| Spanish | Spain | Cardamomo | kar-da-mo-mo |
| French | France | Cardamome | kar-da-mom |
| Swedish | Sweden | Kardemumma | kar-de-mum-ma |
What NOT to Do When Translating Ingredients
- Don't assume direct translations - "Cardamom" 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 Cardamom 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 Cardamom called in Hindi?
Elaichi (इलायची)
How do you pronounce Cardamom in different languages?
Each language has its own pronunciation. For example: Hindi: e-lai-chee, Tamil: ae-lak-kai, Telugu: ae-la-ku-lu.
What are the regional names for Cardamom in India?
In India, Cardamom is called: Elaichi (इलायची) (Hindi), Elakkai (ஏலக்காய்) (Tamil), Elakulu (ఏలకులు) (Telugu), Elach (এলাচ) (Bengali).