It's important to note that "methi" is actually the Hindi word for fenugreek, and is widely used in the Philippines due to the significant influence of Indian culture and cuisine.
Here are some other terms you might encounter:
* "alpasote": This refers to a different herb, but some Filipinos might use it interchangeably with "methi."
* "hulba": This is the Arabic word for fenugreek and is less common in Tagalog.
While "methi" is the most widely understood term, you can also use "binhi ng methi" (literally "fenugreek seed") for greater clarity.