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Saumya "jhootas" the spoon while adding spices to one of her Indian dishes on November 21, 2016. The concept of jhoota originates from the caste system. Someone from a higher caste would never share germs with an untouchable, so tasting from a community dish like this is still looked down upon at most Indians gatherings, especially where elders are present. However, it has become a personal preference that is not an issue for most families. There is no equivalent English word for jhoota.