How to Say “Curry Powder” in French

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poudre de curry
The English phrase "curry powder" is poudre de curry in French.
poudre de curry refers to a mixture of spices.
Meaning: mixture of spices (noun)

What does it mean word for word?

The phrase is composed of poudre (powder) and de curry (of curry).

Is it said differently in some regions?

In some Francophone regions such as La Réunion or Mayotte, the term Masala might be used to refer to curry powder. In the French Caribbean islands, particularly Martinique and Guadeloupe, Poudre de Colombo is a specific regional variation of curry powder.

Did you know?

  • The term curry is not a French word originally, but a borrowing from the Tamil word kaṟi, which actually means 'sauce' or 'relish'.
  • In French culinary terminology, curry often describes a general flavor profile, meaning the ingredients in poudre de curry can differ significantly between brands.

Examples in context

  • Ajoutez une cuillère à café de poudre de curry.
    Add one teaspoon of curry powder.
  • J'ai acheté de la poudre de curry.
    I bought some curry powder.
  • Il manque de la poudre de curry dans ce plat.
    This dish is missing some curry powder.
  • Peux-tu me donner la poudre de curry, s'il te plaît ?
    Can you give me the curry powder, please?

Example conversation

In the kitchen, Chloé is cooking a meal.

  1. Gabriel

    Est-ce qu'il reste de la poudre de curry ?
    Is there any curry powder left?
  2. Chloé

    Oui, elle est sur l'étagère, Gabriel.
    Yes, it is on the shelf, Gabriel.
  3. Gabriel

    Merci, je vais en ajouter un peu.
    Thanks, I am going to add a little bit.
  4. Chloé

    C'est une excellente idée pour la sauce.
    That is an excellent idea for the sauce.

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