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Word 'endive' in Other Languages
- endive in Assamese অসমীয়া
- endive in Bengali বাংলা
- endive in Bodo बड़ो
- endive in Dogri डोगरी
- endive in English
- endive in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
- endive in Hindi हिन्दी
- endive in Kannada ಕನ್ನಡ
- endive in Kashmiri कॉशुर
- endive in Konkani कोंकणी
- endive in Maithili মৈথিলী
- endive in Malayalam മലയാളം
- endive in Manipuri মৈতৈলোন্
- endive in Marathi मराठी
- endive in Nepali नेपाली
- endive in Oriya ଓଡ଼ିଆ
- endive in Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
- endive in Sanskrit संस्कृतम्
- endive in Santali
- endive in Sindhi سنڌي
- endive in Tamil தமிழ்
- endive in Telugu తెలుగు
- endive in Urdu اُردُو
Endive
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
US: /ˈɛndaɪv/, /ˈɛndɪv/
UK: /ˈɛndaɪv/, /ˈɒndɪv/
Definitions
- A leafy vegetable, often used in salads, belonging to the chicory family.
- A cultivated variety of chicory (Cichorium endivia), with curly or broad leaves.
Usage Examples
- She added fresh endive to the salad for extra crunch.
- The chef garnished the dish with finely chopped endive.
Etymology
Derived from Middle French "endive," from Medieval Latin "endivia," ultimately from Late Latin "intubus," referring to chicory.
Synonyms
- Chicory
- Escarole
- Radicchio
Antonyms
- Iceberg lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | endivia | /enˈdiβja/ |
| French | endive | /ɑ̃.diːv/ |
| German | Endivie | /ɛnˈdiːvi̯ə/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 菊苣 | /jú jù/ |
| Hindi | एंडिव | /ɛndiv/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
US: /ˈɛndaɪv/, /ˈɛndɪv/
UK: /ˈɛndaɪv/, /ˈɒndɪv/
Historical Usage
Endive has been cultivated for centuries, primarily in Europe. It was introduced to North America in the 19th century and became a staple in gourmet cuisine.
Cultural Nuances
Endive is commonly associated with French and Mediterranean cuisine. Belgian endive, a popular variety, is grown in darkness to preserve its delicate texture and flavor.
More Information
Endive is often confused with escarole, another leafy vegetable in the same family. It is known for its slightly bitter taste, which pairs well with cheeses, nuts, and citrus. Belgian endive, also called witloof, is a popular ingredient in European dishes.