زعفران
za'faran
The English word 'saffron' is translated into Arabic as زعفران (za'faran).
زعفران is a noun used to refer to the spice saffron.
Meaning: spice (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
za'faran
Did you know?
- Historically, saffron was used in some Arab cultures as a fragrance for the beard or clothing, long before it became a primary culinary ingredient.
- In traditional Arabic medicine, زعفران was believed to be a treatment for depression and an enhancer of mood.
- Due to its extreme cost, زعفران is often referred to in Arabic poetry as 'red gold'.
Example conversation
Ahmed and Layla are cooking together in the kitchen.
- أحمد Ahmedليلى، هل لدينا زعفران في المطبخ؟Laylā, hal ladaynā za'farān fī al-matbakh?Layla, do we have saffron in the kitchen?
- ليلى Laylaنعم يا أحمد، إنه في الخزانة.Na'am yā Ahmad, innahu fī al-khizāna.Yes Ahmed, it is in the cupboard.
- أحمد Ahmedسأضيف القليل من زعفران إلى الأرز.Sa-udīf al-qalīl min za'farān ilā al-aruzz.I will add a little saffron to the rice.
- ليلى Laylaفكرة رائعة، سيعطي لوناً جميلاً.Fikra rā'i'a, sayu'tī lawnan jamīlan.Great idea, it will give a beautiful color.
