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Cucumber: Kheera / Kakdi (खीरा) + 8 More Languages
Instant translations in 9 languages with pronunciations. Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Spanish, French, Chinese & more.
🇮🇳Indian Languages
| Language | Name | Pronunciation | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi | Kheera / Kakdi (खीरा) | khee-ra | - |
| Tamil | Vellarikai (வெள்ளரிக்காய்) | vel-la-ri-kai | - |
| Telugu | Dosakai (దోసకాయ) | do-sa-kaa-ya | - |
| Bengali | Shosha (শসা) | sho-sha | - |
🌍International Languages
| Language | Country | Name | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Spain | Pepino | pe-pee-no |
| French | France | Concombre | kon-komb-r |
| Chinese | China | 黄瓜 (Huángguā) | hwang-gwa |
| Japanese | Japan | きゅうり (Kyūri) | kyoo-ri |
| Korean | Korea | 오이 (Oi) | o-ee |
What NOT to Do When Translating Ingredients
- Don't assume direct translations - "Cucumber" 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 Cucumber 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cucumber called in Hindi?
Kheera / Kakdi (खीरा)
How do you pronounce Cucumber in different languages?
Each language has its own pronunciation. For example: Hindi: khee-ra, Tamil: vel-la-ri-kai, Telugu: do-sa-kaa-ya.
What are the regional names for Cucumber in India?
In India, Cucumber is called: Kheera / Kakdi (खीरा) (Hindi), Vellarikai (வெள்ளரிக்காய்) (Tamil), Dosakai (దోసకాయ) (Telugu), Shosha (শসা) (Bengali).