baklava
What is another word for baklava? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A rich, sweet pastry made of thin layers of dough filled with chopped nuts and soaked in syrup or honey, popular across the Middle East and the Balkans.
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How to use baklava
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a piece of baklava
pistachio baklava
Etymology
Borrowed from Turkish baklava, likely tracing back to an older Mongolic word meaning "bundle" or "package," referring to the layered pastry.
Full origin of baklava →Frequently asked questions
What does “baklava” mean?
The word “baklava” means a rich, sweet pastry made of thin layers of dough filled with chopped nuts and soaked in syrup or honey, popular across the Middle East and the Balkans. In plain terms, a syrup-soaked, nut-filled pastry made from many thin layers of dough.
How do you pronounce “baklava”?
“Baklava” is pronounced BAK-luh-vuh (/ˈbæk.lə.və/ in IPA).
How do you use “baklava” in a sentence?
Here is “baklava” used in a sentence: “They ended the meal with a plate of baklava and strong coffee.”
What part of speech is “baklava”?
“Baklava” is a noun.
Where does the word “baklava” come from?
The word “baklava” comes from Turkish. Borrowed from Turkish baklava, likely tracing back to an older Mongolic word meaning "bundle" or "package," referring to the layered pastry.
