Tangerine Meaning in English
word
ˌtændʒɝˈin
tan-jur-EEN
tˌændʒəɹˈiːn
tan-juh-REEN
Definition
A small, sweet citrus fruit similar to an orange, but easier to peel and often eaten as a snack.
Usage & Nuances
'Tangerine' refers to a specific type of small citrus fruit. Common in 'tangerine segments' or 'tangerine peel.' Sometimes confused with 'mandarin' or 'clementine,' but they have slight differences. Used in informal and formal contexts.
Spanish: mandarinaPortuguese (BR): tangerinaPortuguese (PT): tangerinaChinese (Simplified): 橘子 - 柑橘Chinese (Traditional): 橘子 - 柑橘Hindi: संतराArabic: يوسفيBengali: কমলা (তেঁতুল) - তানজেরিনRussian: мандаринJapanese: みかんVietnamese: quýtKorean: 귤Turkish: mandalinaUrdu: کنوIndonesian: jeruk mandarin
Example Sentences
She put a tangerine in her lunchbox.
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A tangerine is easy to peel.
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The tangerine tastes very sweet.
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Can you grab me a tangerine from the fruit bowl?
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That juice is made with fresh tangerine.
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I love the smell of tangerine on my hands after peeling one.
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