plantain in Latin

plantain in Latin is plantāgō, plantago — plantain means a starchy, banana-like fruit that is usually cooked before eating, similar to a potato in culinary use.

plantain in Latin

plantāgō

noun

Any plant of the genus Plantago, with a rosette of sessile leaves about 10 cm (4") long with a narrow part instead of a petiole, and with a spike inflorescence with the flower spacing varying widely among the species. See also psyllium.

plantago

noun

What does "plantain" mean?

noun A starchy, banana-like fruit that is usually cooked before eating, similar to a potato in culinary use.
"Fried plantain is a common side dish across West Africa and the Caribbean."
noun A common broad-leaved weed of the genus Plantago, unrelated to the banana-family plantain.
"Plantain leaves are sometimes used in folk remedies for insect bites."

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

plantain in a sentence

Fried plantain is a common side dish across West Africa and the Caribbean.
Plantain leaves are sometimes used in folk remedies for insect bites.

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What is "plantain" in Latin?

"plantain" in Latin is plantāgō, plantago. plantain means: A starchy, banana-like fruit that is usually cooked before eating, similar to a potato in culinary use.

How do you use "plantain" in a sentence?

Example: "Fried plantain is a common side dish across West Africa and the Caribbean." In Latin, "plantain" is plantāgō, plantago.

Are there other ways to say "plantain" in Latin?

Yes — Latin has 2 translations listed for "plantain": plantāgō, plantago.

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