noun
chutney
CHUHT-nee
Chutney (noun) means a spicy or tangy condiment, typically made from fruit or vegetables, originating in South Asian cuisine. Example: “She served the samosas with mango chutney.”
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A spicy or tangy condiment, typically made from fruit or vegetables, originating in South Asian cuisine.
"She served the samosas with mango chutney."
"Grandad makes his own tomato chutney every autumn."
How to use chutney
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA sweet, sour, or spicy sauce-like condiment often paired with curries or cheese.
Common pairings
mango chutney
apple chutney
a jar of chutney
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Word forms
- Plural
- chutneys
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Etymology
Borrowed from Hindi/Urdu chatni.
Rhymes for chutney
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What does “chutney” mean?
The word “chutney” means a spicy or tangy condiment, typically made from fruit or vegetables, originating in South Asian cuisine. In plain terms, a sweet, sour, or spicy sauce-like condiment often paired with curries or cheese.
How do you pronounce “chutney”?
“Chutney” is pronounced CHUHT-nee (/ˈt͡ʃʌtni/ in IPA).
How do you use “chutney” in a sentence?
Here is “chutney” used in a sentence: “She served the samosas with mango chutney.”
What part of speech is “chutney”?
“Chutney” is a noun.
Where does the word “chutney” come from?
The word “chutney” comes from Hindi. Borrowed from Hindi/Urdu chatni.
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