Pronunciation: /pɑːni pʊri/

Definitions of pani puri

noun a popular Indian street food consisting of a hollow, crispy puri filled with flavored water (pani) and other ingredients such as tamarind chutney, chaat masala, potato, onion, and chickpeas

Example Sentences

A1 I tried pani puri for the first time and it was delicious.

A2 My friend introduced me to pani puri and now I can't get enough of it.

B1 Pani puri is a popular street food in India that is enjoyed by many.

B2 The vendor served the pani puri with a variety of spicy and tangy sauces.

C1 The chef experimented with different fillings for the pani puri to create a unique flavor.

C2 The pani puri competition showcased the creativity and skill of the participating chefs.

Examples of pani puri in a Sentence

formal Pani puri is a popular Indian street food made of hollow puri filled with flavored water, tamarind chutney, chili, chaat masala, potato, onion, and chickpeas.

informal Let's go grab some pani puri from the street vendor, it's so delicious!

slang I could eat pani puri all day, it's bomb!

figurative The burst of flavors in pani puri is like a party in your mouth.

Grammatical Forms of pani puri

past tense

ate

plural

pani puris

comparative

more pani puri

superlative

most pani puri

present tense

eats

future tense

will eat

perfect tense

has eaten

continuous tense

is eating

singular

pani puri

positive degree

delicious

infinitive

to eat pani puri

gerund

eating pani puri

participle

eaten

Origin and Evolution of pani puri

First Known Use: 1850 year
Language of Origin: Hindi
Story behind the word: Pani puri is a popular street food in India, particularly in the states of Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Uttar Pradesh. It is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent.
Evolution of the word: The term 'pani puri' is derived from the Hindi words 'pani' meaning water and 'puri' which refers to the hollow, fried bread used as the base for the dish. Over time, the dish has become a beloved snack enjoyed by people of all ages across India.