chilli

Meanings

• noun

  A type of capsicum pepper that is commonly used to add heat and flavor to dishes.

  - "Chilli peppers are often used in Indian and Mexican cuisines."
  - "The heat level of a chilli pepper can range from mild to extremely hot."

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Synonyms

chili pepper , chili powder , chili con carne

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with chilli
jolly , molly , olly

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Variants

List of all variants of chilli that leads to same result
chile , chiles , chili , chili pepper , chili peppers , chilies , chilis , chilli , chillies , chillis

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The word 'chilli' comes from the Nahuatl word 'chilpanixtli', which means 'pepper that burns, makes the heart hot'.

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Trivia

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1. Chilli peppers are native to Central and South America.

2. The world record for the hottest chilli pepper is the Pepper X, which registers over 3 million Scoville heat units.

3. Chilli peppers contain vitamins A and C, as well as antioxidants.

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Related Concepts

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1. Capsicum: Chilli peppers belong to the Capsicum family of plants.

2. Spice: Chilli peppers are commonly used as a spice to add heat and flavor to dishes.

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Culture

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Chilli peppers have been used for thousands of years for their heat and flavor in various cuisines around the world. In some cultures, they are also believed to have medicinal properties and are used to treat various ailments.

How to Memorize "chilli"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a red pepper with a fiery appearance and a spicy taste.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'chilli' with spicy dishes and cuisines from around the world.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Capsaicin Creates A Spicy And Incredible Taste' to remember the name of the compound that gives chilli peppers their heat.

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