figs
word · lemma: fig
Definition
Figs are small, sweet fruits with a soft skin and many tiny seeds inside. They can be eaten fresh or dried.
Usage & Nuances
"Figs" is always plural unless talking about one fruit ("fig"). Common in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and some American cuisine. Used in dishes like "fig jam" or "dried figs". Not to be confused with the slang phrase "not give a fig" (which means "not care").
Spanish: higosPortuguese (BR): figosPortuguese (PT): figosChinese (Simplified): 无花果Chinese (Traditional): 無花果Hindi: अंजीरArabic: تين
Example Sentences
She bought some fresh figs from the market.
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Dried figs are a healthy snack.
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My grandmother makes jam with figs.
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There are so many ways to eat figs—in salads, desserts, or just by themselves.
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Have you ever tried figs with cheese? It's delicious!
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Some people put figs on their oatmeal for extra flavor.
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