Endive
Endive (== Template:IPA
The Template:IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) is a system of phonetic notation based primarily on the Latin alphabet. It was devised by the International Phonetic Association in the late 19th century as a standardized representation of the sounds of spoken language.
Pronunciation
The pronunciation of the term "IPA" is /aɪ piː eɪ/ in English.
Etymology
The term "IPA" is an acronym for the International Phonetic Alphabet. The International Phonetic Association, founded in 1886, created the IPA to provide a single, universal system for the transcription of spoken language.
Related Terms
- Phonetic notation: A system used to visually represent the sounds of speech. The IPA is one type of phonetic notation.
- Phonetics: The study of the physical sounds of human speech. It is concerned with the physical properties of speech sounds (phonemes), and the processes of their physiological production, auditory reception, and neurophysiological perception.
- Phonology: The study of the way sounds function within a particular language or languages. While phonetics concerns the physical production, acoustic transmission and perception of the sounds of speech, phonology describes the way sounds function within a particular language or languages.
- Transcription (linguistics): The systematic representation of spoken language in written form. The source of the words transcribe and transcription, the term means "to write across" in Latin, and it's the process of converting spoken language into written form. In linguistics, this is often done using the IPA.
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Endive, pronounced as "EN-dive", is a leafy vegetable belonging to the Asteraceae family, which also includes other well-known plants such as the sunflower, daisy, and lettuce. The term "endive" is derived from the Latin word endivia, which itself is a derivative of the Greek word ἔντυβον (entybon).
Types of Endive
There are two main types of endive: Curly endive (also known as frisée) and Belgian endive. Curly endive has narrow, curly leaves, while Belgian endive has broad, flat leaves.
Nutritional Value
Endive is rich in many vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin K, and folate. It is also a good source of fiber.
Culinary Uses
Endive is often used in salads, but it can also be cooked or used as a garnish. It has a slightly bitter taste, which can be balanced by pairing it with sweet or rich flavors.
Related Terms
- Chicory: A closely related plant that is often confused with endive. Chicory has a similar taste and appearance, but its leaves are usually more bitter.
- Escarole: A type of endive with broad, slightly curved leaves. It is less bitter than other types of endive.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Endive
- Wikipedia's article - Endive
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Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski