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Sugar: A global commodity with a local name! Chini - the Chinese name, Portuguese connection? It's a sugary puzzle!
Fun Facts
The word chini for granulated sugar suggests a Chinese origin. However, while the name may hint at China, the product itself (refined granulated sugar) is often associated with Portuguese influence in India. The precise origin of the name and the introduction of granulated sugar is a complex question that requires further historical research.
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A sweet linguistic mystery! Looks like sugar has a tangled past!
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