spices
word · lemma: spice
/ˈspaɪsəz/
/spˈaɪsɪz/
Definition
Spices are dried parts of plants, such as seeds, bark, or roots, used to add flavor, color, or aroma to food.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in the plural for cooking. Often paired with 'herbs' (which are usually leaves). Common with verbs like 'add', 'use', 'mix'. Not all seasonings are 'spices'—for example, salt is a seasoning, not a spice.
Spanish: especiasPortuguese (BR): especiarias - temperosPortuguese (PT): especiarias - temperosChinese (Simplified): 香料Chinese (Traditional): 香料Hindi: मसालेArabic: توابلBengali: মসলাRussian: специиJapanese: スパイスVietnamese: gia vịKorean: 향신료Turkish: baharatUrdu: مسالےIndonesian: rempah-rempah
Example Sentences
Indian food often contains many spices.
basic
She added some spices to the soup.
basic
You can buy spices at the market.
basic
Too many spices can make a dish taste strange.
natural
I love how spices give each dish a unique flavor.
natural
His kitchen is full of different spices from around the world.
natural