paprika

noun
UK: /pæˈpriː.kə/
US: /pæˈpriː.kə/

  1. A red powder made from dried sweet peppers, used as a spice.

    1. I added a pinch of paprika to the stew.
    2. The chef sprinkled paprika on the deviled eggs for a vibrant color and a mild taste.

  2. A type of pepper that is dried and ground into a powder used as a spice.

    1. She grows paprika peppers in her garden.
    2. Hungarian paprika is renowned for its quality and distinct flavor profiles which enriches many dishes.

Synonyms

red pepper spice chili powder
paprika transitive-verb

  1. To sprinkle or season with paprika.

    1. Paprika the chicken before baking.
    2. He paprikad the goulash generously, giving it a rich color and smoky flavour.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "paprika" in English means: A red powder made from dried sweet peppers, used as a spice., A type of pepper that is dried and ground into a powder used as a spice..

The phonetic transcription of "paprika" is /pæˈpriː.kə/ in British English and /pæˈpriː.kə/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "paprika": red pepper, spice, chili powder.

Example usage of "paprika": "I added a pinch of paprika to the stew.". More examples on the page.