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Nashta

नाश्ता
NAH-sh-tah /ˈnaːʃ.t̪aː/

A light breakfast or snack in Indian cuisine.

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Meaning & usage

Naashta refers to a light meal or snack typically consumed in the morning or as a mid-day refreshment in Indian cuisine. It can include a variety of dishes such as poha, upma, parathas, or samosas, depending on regional preferences. The term is derived from the Hindi word 'नाश्ता'.

In a sentence

We enjoyed a traditional Indian naashta of poha and chai this morning.

Common spelling variants

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Nashta is the English spelling used in MG Mini puzzles.

As seen in crosswords

Nashta is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A light breakfast or snack in Indian cuisine” (6)

Category: Food Origin: Hindi Script: Hindi

Related words

  • Naan — Soft, leavened flatbread traditionally baked in a tandoor (clay oven).
  • Vada — A savory Indian fritter made from legumes or potatoes.
  • Oota — A meal or food in Kannada.
  • Dosa — Thin, crisp South Indian crêpe made from fermented rice and lentil batter.
  • Chai — Indian tea, usually brewed strong with milk, sugar and spices.
  • Samosa — Deep-fried savoury pastry filled with spiced potatoes, peas or meat.

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