Translation

バジル / バジリコ / 香草

Meaning

Basil is a fragrant green herb used in cooking, especially in Italian and Thai dishes. Do not confuse it with basal, an adjective meaning basic or located at the base.

Examples

• パスタに新鮮なバジルをのせました。
  I put fresh basil on the pasta.
• このカレーにはタイバジルの香りがあります。
  This curry has the aroma of Thai basil.