couscous
What is another word for couscous? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A North African food made from tiny steamed granules of crushed semolina wheat, often served with stew or vegetables.
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How to use couscous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
bowl of couscous
couscous salad
Etymology
Borrowed from French couscous, which came from Arabic kuskus, itself likely from a Berber language.
Full origin of couscous →Frequently asked questions
What does “couscous” mean?
The word “couscous” means a North African food made from tiny steamed granules of crushed semolina wheat, often served with stew or vegetables. In plain terms, a small-grained North African staple food, similar to a grain but made from semolina.
How do you pronounce “couscous”?
“Couscous” is pronounced KUUS-kuus (/ˈkus.kus/ in IPA).
How do you use “couscous” in a sentence?
Here is “couscous” used in a sentence: “She served the lamb stew over a bed of couscous.”
What part of speech is “couscous”?
“Couscous” is a noun.
Where does the word “couscous” come from?
The word “couscous” comes from French. Borrowed from French couscous, which came from Arabic kuskus, itself likely from a Berber language.
