Sarmale

Pronunciation: /sɑrˈmɑleɪ/

Definitions of sarmale

noun a traditional Romanian dish consisting of cabbage leaves stuffed with a mixture of minced meat, rice, and spices

Example Sentences

A1 My grandmother makes delicious sarmale for special occasions.

A2 Sarmale is a traditional Romanian dish made with cabbage leaves and minced meat.

B1 I learned how to cook sarmale from my mother, who passed down the family recipe.

B2 The sarmale served at the restaurant were the best I've ever tasted.

C1 The chef prepared a gourmet version of sarmale with a modern twist.

C2 Sarmale is a staple dish in Romanian cuisine, enjoyed by locals and tourists alike.

Examples of sarmale in a Sentence

formal Sarmale is a traditional Romanian dish made of cabbage leaves stuffed with a mix of rice and minced meat.

informal I can't wait to dig into some sarmale at the family gathering this weekend.

slang My grandma makes the best sarmale in town, hands down!

figurative The sarmale of memories from my childhood always bring a smile to my face.

Grammatical Forms of sarmale

• plural: sarmale
• comparative: more sarmale
• superlative: most sarmale
• present tense: sarmale
• future tense: will sarmale
• perfect tense: have sarmaled
• continuous tense: is sarmaling
• singular: sarma
• positive degree: sarmale
• infinitive: to sarmale
• gerund: sarmaling
• participle: sarmaled

Origin and Evolution of sarmale

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Turkish

Story behind the word: The word 'sarmale' originates from the Turkish word 'sarma' which means 'wrapped'. It is believed that the dish was introduced to the Balkans and Eastern Europe during the Ottoman Empire.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the dish 'sarma' evolved into 'sarmale' in Romanian, where it refers specifically to cabbage rolls filled with a mixture of rice, meat, and spices. The dish has become a staple in Romanian cuisine and is enjoyed during special occasions and holidays.