What is cress in Tamil?

There isn't a single, universally accepted Tamil word for "cress". The best translation would depend on the specific type of cress you're referring to:

General Cress:

* புளிச்சை (Pulicchai): This is a broad term for various types of leafy greens, including cress. It's commonly used in Tamil cuisine.

* நெல்லிப்புச்சை (Nellippucchai): This refers to a specific type of cress with a tangy, sour flavor, similar to sorrel.

Specific Cress Varieties:

* சர்க்கரைப் புளிச்சை (Sarkkarai Pulicchai): This refers to garden cress or "mustard and cress."

* குடம்புளிச்சை (Kudambulicchai): This could refer to watercress or other types of cress growing in watery environments.

Note:

* The Tamil word for "cress" may vary based on region and dialect.

* If you're looking for a specific type of cress, it's best to be as descriptive as possible when asking for it in Tamil.

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