Punjabi · Food & Drink
ਸਬਜ਼ੀ
sabzi
Vegetable; curry
Beginnernoun
Definition
Vegetables, or any cooked vegetable dish eaten with roti.
Example
ਅੱਜ ਕਿਹੜੀ ਸਬਜ਼ੀ ਬਣੀ ਹੈ?
Which sabzi is made today?
Etymology
The term 'ਸਬਜ਼ੀ' (sabzi) derives from the Persian word 'سبزی' (sabzi), which means vegetable. It reflects the culinary influence from neighboring cultures over time.
How & Where It’s Used
'ਸਬਜ਼ੀ' is primarily used in informal contexts but may also appear in written recipes. It is commonly discussed in family settings and markets across Punjab.