Basilikum

basil

noun bah-ZEE-lee-koom Rare

Origin: from Greek basilikon ('royal herb')

Usage Note

Basilikum is one of the most popular fresh herbs in German cooking, particularly in Italian-inspired dishes. It is sold as a living pot plant in supermarkets; the leaves must not be cooked for long as heat destroys their flavour.

Examples

"Frisches Basilikum gibt dem Tomatensalat das gewisse Etwas."

Natural Translation

Fresh basil gives the tomato salad that certain something.

Literal Translation

Fresh basil gives the tomato salad the certain something.

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