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quinoa

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/ˈkiːnwɑː/ · quin-o-a

A grain that is edible and rich in protein, often used as a substitute for rice or other grains.

Meanings

nounformal

A grain that is edible and rich in protein, often used as a substitute for rice or other grains.

ایک دانہ جو کھانا پکانے کے قابل اور پروٹین سے بھرپور ہوتا ہے، جو اکثر چاول یا دوسرے اناج کا متبادل ہوتا ہے۔

کینوا

quinoa

Synonyms

grainseedpseudocerealدانہبجریکھلی دال

Antonyms

poisontoxinnon-foodزہرزہریلاغیر خوراک

Common Collocations

  • quinoa salad
  • quinoa bowl
  • quinoa recipe

Example Sentences

Quinoa is a great source of protein for vegetarians.

کینوا سبزی خوروں کے لئے پروٹین کا بہترین ذریعہ ہے۔

Quinoa sabzi khoron ke liye protein ka behtareen zariya hai.

I made a delicious quinoa salad for lunch.

میں نے دوپہر کے کھانے کے لئے لذیذ کینوا سلاد بنایا۔

Main ne dopehar ke khanay ke liye laziz quinoa salad banaya.

Quinoa can be cooked similar to rice and used in various dishes.

کینوا کو چاول کی طرح پکایا جا سکتا ہے اور مختلف پکوانوں میں استعمال کیا جا سکتا ہے۔

Quinoa ko chawal ki tarah pakaya ja sakta hai aur mukhtalif pakwanon mein istemal kiya ja sakta hai.

Easily Confused With

quinoa vs. couscous:Quinoa is a seed while couscous is made from wheat.

Word Family

quinoid
adjectiveکینوا کی طرح

See Also

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'quinoa' as a 'keen one' nutritionally.

Imagine a bowl filled with colorful quinoa salad.

📖 Etymology

Origin: Quechua "kinwa" — grain

First known use: 1980s

Quinoa was an important food for the Inca civilization and has gained popularity worldwide as a nutritious grain.