coriander
Translation
cilantro, coriander
Examples
Add some fresh coriander to the curry.
Add some fresh cilantro to the curry.
The recipe uses ground coriander seeds.
The recipe uses ground coriander seeds.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a herb used in cooking (leaves are 'cilantro') Add some fresh cilantro to the curry.
((coriander seeds)) the seeds of the coriander plant The recipe uses ground coriander seeds.
Similar Words
Synonyms: parsley (similar appearance)
Etymology
From Old French 'coriandre', via Latin from Greek 'koriannon'. The word 'cilantro' is the Spanish name for it.
Memory Tips
Crucially, in the US, the leaves are called 'cilantro' and the seeds are 'coriander'. In the UK, both are just 'coriander'.