Halwa
हलवा
HUL-wah
Halwa (हलवा) is a Arabic-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a sweet dense confection made from various ingredients like semolina or nuts. In crosswords it is the 5-letter answer HALWA (5).
Appears as an answer in MG Mini #1003.
Meaning & usage
Halwa is a popular sweet dish in South Asia and the Middle East, made from ingredients such as semolina, flour, nuts, or lentils, often cooked with sugar, ghee, and milk. It is enjoyed during festivals, celebrations, and as a dessert. The word 'halwa' has its origins in Arabic, meaning 'sweet'.
In a sentence
During Diwali, my grandmother makes a delicious carrot halwa that everyone loves.
Halwa as a crossword answer
Halwa is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A sweet dense confection made from various ingredients like semolina or nuts” (5)
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