Kefir

Pronunciation: /ˈkɛfɪr/

Definitions of kefir

noun the grains used to ferment kefir

Example Sentences

A1 I tried kefir for the first time and I really liked it.

A2 Kefir is a fermented milk drink that is popular in many cultures.

B1 Adding kefir to your diet can help improve your gut health.

B2 Some people prefer to make their own kefir at home using kefir grains.

C1 The probiotic properties of kefir make it a beneficial addition to a balanced diet.

C2 Kefir has been consumed for centuries and is known for its numerous health benefits.

Examples of kefir in a Sentence

formal Kefir is a fermented milk drink that is rich in probiotics.

informal I love adding kefir to my smoothies for extra creaminess.

slang Have you tried that new kefir place downtown? It's so good!

figurative His mind was like a swirling kefir of thoughts, constantly fermenting and evolving.

Grammatical Forms of kefir

• past tense: made
• plural: kefirs
• comparative: more kefir
• superlative: most kefir
• present tense: make
• future tense: will make
• perfect tense: have made
• continuous tense: is making
• singular: kefir
• positive degree: kefir
• infinitive: to make
• gerund: making
• participle: made

Origin and Evolution of kefir

First Known Use: 1884 year

Language of Origin: Turkish

Story behind the word: The word 'kefir' is believed to have originated from the Turkish word 'keyif', which means 'good feeling' or 'pleasure'.

Evolution of the word: The word 'kefir' was first introduced to the English language in 1884 by Russian doctors who were studying the health benefits of the fermented dairy drink. Over time, the word has become more widely known and associated with the specific type of cultured milk product.