cilantro
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for cilantro, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The fresh leaves and stems of the coriander plant, used as a herb in cooking.
Synonyms
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How to use cilantro
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Spanish cilantro, related to Latin coriandrum, the source of the word "coriander".
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What does “cilantro” mean?
The word “cilantro” means the fresh leaves and stems of the coriander plant, used as a herb in cooking. In plain terms, the leafy herb also called coriander leaf, common in Mexican, Indian, and Southeast Asian cooking.
How do you pronounce “cilantro”?
“Cilantro” is pronounced sih-LANT-roh (/sɪˈlɑntɹoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “cilantro” in a sentence?
Here is “cilantro” used in a sentence: “Top the tacos with fresh cilantro and lime.”
What part of speech is “cilantro”?
“Cilantro” is a noun.
Where does the word “cilantro” come from?
The word “cilantro” comes from Latin. From Spanish cilantro, related to Latin coriandrum, the source of the word "coriander".