hummus
Translation
hummus
Examples
I like to eat hummus with pitta bread.
I like to eat hummus with pita bread.
This hummus is made with chickpeas.
This hummus is made with chickpeas.
Grammar Patterns
((some)) hummus as an uncountable noun I ate some hummus for lunch.
Similar Words
Synonyms: chickpea dip
Etymology
From Arabic 'ḥummuṣ', which means 'chickpeas'.
Memory Tips
Connect the word to its main ingredient, chickpeas, which is its original meaning in Arabic.