Soya

/ˈsɔɪ.ə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A plant (Glycine max) native to East Asia, whose seeds are used for food and oil, especially as a source of protein.

Soya beans are a staple ingredient in many vegetarian dishes.

Products derived from soya, such as soya milk, tofu, and soy sauce.

I prefer using soya milk in my coffee instead of regular dairy milk.

The seeds of the soya plant, used for making various food products.

The farm produces high-quality soya for export to different countries.

The term 'soya' comes from the Japanese word 'shoyu' meaning soy sauce.

soya milk

A non-dairy milk alternative made from soybeans.

soya sauce

A fermented sauce made from soybeans, used as a condiment.

tofu made from soya

A soy product that is a source of protein.

soy

The term often used interchangeably with soya, referring to products derived from soybean.

tofu

A food made from pressed soya bean curds, commonly used in Asian cuisine.

edamame

Young, green soya beans often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer.

Referring to a vegetarian or vegan diet, emphasizing the use of soy products.

He's gone full soya with all his plant-based meals.

A term used to describe something that is plant-based or derived from plants.

That burger is so soya!