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How do you spell Tempura?

Correct spelling

tempura

Remember Portuguese 'tempero' - seasoning with u, not e or i

Why is tempura spelled this way?

From Portuguese tempero, seasoning. Adopted into Japanese cuisine from Portuguese missionaries. Not 'tempra' or 'timpura'. Three syllables: tem-PU-ra.

Common misspellings of tempura

tempratimpuratemporahtempera

Example

The restaurant's shrimp tempura was perfectly crispy and light.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell tempura?+
The correct spelling is "tempura". Remember Portuguese 'tempero' - seasoning with u, not e or i
Is it tempra or tempura?+
The correct spelling is "tempura", not "tempra".

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