How To Spell benne?
How to Pronounce benne?
Correct pronunciation for the word "benne" is [bˈɛn], [bˈɛn], [b_ˈɛ_n].
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"Benne" in context
Benne, or sesame, is a powerful and versatile seed. The word "benne" originated from the African Yoruba language and is commonly used in English, especially in the South. The crunchy, nutty flavor of benne is beloved for its use in sweet and savory recipes. Whether used as a topping jelly doughnuts, coating chicken wings, or as the star ingredient in a tahini paste, benne is a favorite ingredient in many cuisines. It is also used to make a distinctive type of cookie called benne wafers, which are thin, buttery sesame cookies popular in the American south.
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Usage over time for benne:
This graph shows how "benne" have occurred between 1800 and 2008 in a corpus of English books.
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