The word "cinnamon" in English has its roots in ancient languages.

英語中的 "肉桂 "一詞起源於古代語言。

It comes from the Greek word "kinnamon," which itself was derived from the Hebrew "ginnamon" and the Phoenician "kinnamon." These terms were used to describe the aromatic species obtained from the inner bark of trees in the genus Cinnamon. The spice was highly valued in ancient times, used for flavoring, medicinal purposes, and even as an offering in religious ceremonies.

它來源於希臘語 "kinnamon"，而希臘語 "kinnamon "則來源於希伯來語 "ginnamon "和腓尼基語 "kinnamon"。這些術語用於描述從肉桂屬樹木內皮中提取的芳香物種。 這種香料在古代價值很高，可用於調味、藥用，甚至作為宗教儀式上的供品。

The trade of cinnamon was significant in ancient times, with the spice being imported from Asia to Europe. The Latin term "cinnamomum" was adapted into Old French as "cinnamon" before entering Middle English.

肉桂貿易在古代非常重要，這種香料從亞洲進口到歐洲。 拉丁語中的 "cinnamomum "被古法語改寫為 "肉桂"，然後進入中古英語。

These etymological paths highlight the historical importance and widespread use of cinnamon across different cultures and periods.

這些詞源路徑凸顯了肉桂在不同文化和時期的歷史重要性和廣泛使用。