"Gries" is a German word that translates to "semolina" in English. Semolina is a type of flour made from durum wheat and is commonly used in the production of pasta, couscous, and certain types of bread. Some synonyms for semolina include farina, cream of wheat, and bulgur. Farina is a type of flour made from wheat and is frequently used for making hot cereal. Cream of wheat is another type of hot cereal made from semolina and is often flavored with sugar and cinnamon. Bulgur is another type of wheat that is precooked and dried before being ground into a course texture, similar to semolina.