دال (daal)
noun · Beginner · Food & Drink
Meaning
English: Lentils (daal)
Lentil curry, the humble everyday hero; daal chawal is comfort food.
Examples
🗣 دال چاول سادہ مگر مزیدار ہے۔
💬 Daal and rice is simple but delicious.
Etymology
The Urdu word ‘دال’ (daal) comes from the Sanskrit term ‘दाल’ (dāla), which refers to lentils or legumes. It has maintained its relevance in South Asian cuisine for centuries.
How & Where It’s Used
Commonly used in both spoken and written Urdu, ‘daal’ can be found in formal cooking instructions as well as everyday conversations.
Literary Heritage
Often celebrated in poetry and cooking literature as a staple food.
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Tags: food, staple