What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
sambar
Example
I love having sambar with my dosa for breakfast. [sambar: noun]
Example
She added some tamarind to the sambar to make it more tangy. [sambar: noun]
sambhar
Example
The sambhar deer is known for its distinctive antlers. [sambhar: noun]
Example
The dancers performed the lively sambhar dance to the beat of the dholak. [sambhar: noun]
Example
Can you please pass me the sambhar? I want to add some to my rice. [sambhar: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Sambar is more commonly used than sambhar in everyday language, especially in the context of South Indian cuisine.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between sambar and sambhar?
Both sambar and sambhar are informal words that are used in casual conversations and informal writing.
