borscht
6 synonyms for borscht, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A soup made from beetroot, giving it a deep red color, typically served with sour cream and eaten hot or cold.
Synonyms
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Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
borsch
borshch
borsh
bortsch
barszcz
borsht
How to use borscht
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
bowl of borscht
beetroot borscht
cold borscht
Etymology
From Yiddish borsht, itself from Russian or Ukrainian borshch — the traditional beetroot soup of Eastern Europe.
Full origin of borscht →Frequently asked questions
What does “borscht” mean?
The word “borscht” means a soup made from beetroot, giving it a deep red color, typically served with sour cream and eaten hot or cold. In plain terms, a traditional Eastern European soup, most often made from beetroot, that can be eaten hot or cold.
How do you pronounce “borscht”?
“Borscht” is pronounced bawsht (/bɔːʃt/ in IPA).
How do you use “borscht” in a sentence?
Here is “borscht” used in a sentence: “She served bowls of borscht with a dollop of sour cream on top.”
What is another word for “borscht”?
Words with a similar meaning to “borscht” include barszcz.
What part of speech is “borscht”?
“Borscht” is a noun.
Where does the word “borscht” come from?
The word “borscht” comes from Russian. From Yiddish borsht, itself from Russian or Ukrainian borshch — the traditional beetroot soup of Eastern Europe.
How many meanings does “borscht” have?
“Borscht” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a soup made from beetroot, giving it a deep red color, typically served with sour cream and eaten hot or cold.
