mì hột

mì hột

Bà tôi thường dùng mì hột để làm bánh.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Semolina: A coarse, granular flour made from durum wheat, used primarily in making pasta, couscous, and certain types of bread or porridge. The term "mì hột" literally refers to the granular, pellet-like form of this product.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • Bà tôi thường dùng mì hột để làm bánh. (My grandmother often uses semolina to make cakes.)
    • Mì hột là nguyên liệu chính để làm mì ống. (Semolina is the main ingredient for making pasta.)
Advanced Usage
  • In culinary contexts, "mì hột" specifies the raw ingredient form. When cooked into a dish, it is typically referred to by the dish's name (e.g., cháo mì hột - semolina porridge).
Variants and Related Words
  • Bột mì (n): Wheat flour. A finer flour compared to semolina.
  • Bột semolina (n): A direct loanword synonym for "mì hột".
Synonyms
  • Semolina: The direct and most accurate English equivalent.
  • Durum wheat granules: A more descriptive term.
Notes on Usage
  • "Mì hột" is a specific culinary term. It is not used in general conversation about flour. The word "mì" alone typically refers to noodles, so "mì hột" distinctly denotes the coarse, uncooked grain product.