Bengali · Food & Drink
চিনি
chini
Sugar
Beginnernoun
Definition
A sweet substance added to food and drinks.
Example
আমি চিনি ছাড়া চা খাই।
I drink tea without sugar.
Etymology
'চিনি' (chini) originates from the Arabic word 'سكر' (sukkar), which entered Bengali during trade and cultural exchanges, referring to sugar.
How & Where It’s Used
'চিনি' (chini) is commonly used across both formal and informal contexts, especially concerning culinary discussions related to sweets and desserts.