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Cumin: Jeera (जीरा) + 10 More Languages
Instant translations in 11 languages with pronunciations. Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Spanish, French, Chinese & more.
🇮🇳Indian Languages
| Language | Name | Pronunciation | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi | Jeera (जीरा) | jee-ra | Whole seeds or ground (jeera powder) |
| Tamil | Jeeragam (சீரகம்) | see-ra-gam | - |
| Telugu | Jeelakarra (జీలకర్ర) | jee-la-kar-ra | - |
| Bengali | Jeere (জিরে) | jee-ray | - |
| Marathi | Jeere (जिरे) | jee-ray | - |
🌍International Languages
| Language | Country | Name | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Spain | Comino | ko-mee-no |
| French | France | Cumin | koo-man |
| German | Germany | Kreuzkümmel | kroyts-kum-mel |
| Italian | Italy | Cumino | koo-mee-no |
| Chinese | China | 孜然 (Zīrán) | zee-ran |
| Arabic | Middle East | كمون (Kammun) | kam-moon |
What NOT to Do When Translating Ingredients
- Don't assume direct translations - "Cumin" 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 Cumin 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 Cumin called in Hindi?
Jeera (जीरा)
How do you pronounce Cumin in different languages?
Each language has its own pronunciation. For example: Hindi: jee-ra, Tamil: see-ra-gam, Telugu: jee-la-kar-ra.
What are the regional names for Cumin in India?
In India, Cumin is called: Jeera (जीरा) (Hindi), Jeeragam (சீரகம்) (Tamil), Jeelakarra (జీలకర్ర) (Telugu), Jeere (জিরে) (Bengali), Jeere (जिरे) (Marathi).