Greek · Food & Drink
ρύζι
rýzi
Rice
Beginnernoun · neuter
Definition
A grain eaten as a staple food.
Example
Τρώμε ρύζι με λαχανικά.
We eat rice with vegetables.
Etymology
The word 'ρύζι' (rýzi) originates from the Arabic 'رز' (ruz), which was borrowed into Greek during the Byzantine period. Its introduction corresponds with the increasing influence of Eastern cultures on the Mediterranean diet.
How & Where It’s Used
Usage of 'ρύζι' is common in both spoken and written contexts across Greece, in both formal and informal registers. It is widely used in everyday conversation, especially in culinary discussions and recipes.