Halva

Pronunciation: /hɑːlvə/

Definitions of halva

noun a sweet dessert made from ground sesame seeds or other nuts, sugar, and spices

Example Sentences

A1 Halva is a sweet dessert made from sesame seeds or other nuts.

A2 I tried halva for the first time at a Middle Eastern restaurant.

B1 The halva I bought at the store was too sweet for my liking.

B2 My grandmother makes the best homemade halva with pistachios.

C1 The halva served at the fancy dinner party was a gourmet version with gold flakes.

C2 After traveling to Turkey, I learned how to make traditional Turkish halva from scratch.

Examples of halva in a Sentence

formal Halva is a traditional sweet confection made with sesame paste or other nut butters.

informal I love snacking on halva while watching movies.

slang Halva is like candy for adults.

figurative The success of the project was like a halva, sweet and satisfying.

Grammatical Forms of halva

• plural: halvas
• comparative: more halva
• superlative: most halva
• present tense: enjoy
• future tense: will enjoy
• perfect tense: have enjoyed
• continuous tense: is enjoying
• singular: halva
• positive degree: halva
• infinitive: to enjoy
• gerund: enjoying
• participle: enjoyed

Origin and Evolution of halva

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Arabic

Story behind the word: The word 'halva' originated from the Arabic word 'ḥalwā', which means 'sweetness' or 'dessert'.

Evolution of the word: The term 'halva' has been used in various cultures and regions, evolving to refer to a variety of sweet dishes made from ingredients like semolina, flour, nuts, and sugar. Its popularity has spread globally, with different variations and interpretations of the dessert being created over time.