paprika
5 synonyms for paprika, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A red powdered spice made from dried, ground sweet or chili peppers, common in Hungarian and other cuisines.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use paprika
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
smoked paprika
sweet paprika
a pinch of paprika
Etymology
Via Hungarian paprika, ultimately from Latin piper ("pepper") through Serbo-Croatian, tracing back to the same ancient root as the word "pepper."
Full origin of paprika →Frequently asked questions
What does “paprika” mean?
The word “paprika” means a red powdered spice made from dried, ground sweet or chili peppers, common in Hungarian and other cuisines. In plain terms, a red spice made from ground peppers, ranging from mild and sweet to smoky or hot.
How do you pronounce “paprika”?
“Paprika” is pronounced puh-PREE-kuh (/pəˈpɹiːkə/ in IPA).
How do you use “paprika” in a sentence?
Here is “paprika” used in a sentence: “She dusted the deviled eggs with smoked paprika.”
What part of speech is “paprika”?
“Paprika” is a noun.
Where does the word “paprika” come from?
The word “paprika” comes from Latin. Via Hungarian paprika, ultimately from Latin piper ("pepper") through Serbo-Croatian, tracing back to the same ancient root as the word "pepper.".
