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How to say “Lime / Lemon” in Khmer

ក្រូចឆ្មា
Krouch chhmaa
Pronunciation (IPA): /kroːc cʰmaː/
Word by word: citrus-fruit + cat (small sour lime variety)
💡 Cambodian limes are smaller and more sour than Western lemons. Add a squeeze to any noodle soup — it brightens the broth. Key ingredient in tuk meric (pepper-lime dipping sauce).

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